Ancient Walls, 1904 (from Sketchbook) 1904

"Ancient Walls, 1904 (from Sketchbook)" is a pencil drawing by American artist Mary Newbold Sargent, created in 1904. This delicate sketch depicts the fortified walls of a European city, likely in Italy, a popular travel destination for Sargent. The composition showcases her ability to capture a sense of place with simple lines and shading, highlighting the architectural details and the surrounding landscape. This work is a testament to Sargent's talent for capturing the essence of a scene through quick and expressive drawings. The drawing is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.