Landscape (from Cropsey Album) 1849

"Landscape (from Cropsey Album)" is a pencil sketch by Jasper Francis Cropsey, a prominent American landscape painter, created in 1849. This small-scale artwork, measuring just 4 1/8 x 5 11/16 inches, depicts a sylvan scene with trees, hinting at the verdant landscapes that were Cropsey's artistic forte. The delicate lines and soft shading evoke a sense of tranquility, capturing the beauty of nature with an intimate perspective. This sketch is part of the Cropsey Album, offering insight into the artist's creative process and the development of his artistic style. Currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this work serves as a testament to Cropsey's enduring legacy in American landscape painting.