Mountain Landscape Sketch (from Sketchbook) 1890

Albert Bierstadt's "Mountain Landscape Sketch (from Sketchbook)" is a small pencil sketch, measuring just 4 3/4 x 7 3/4 inches. It is a preliminary study for a larger painting, showing Bierstadt's meticulous process of capturing the grandeur of nature. This quick sketch from his sketchbook demonstrates the artist's early stages of capturing the peaks and valleys of a mountainous landscape, using delicate lines and subtle shading. Created in 1890, this piece showcases the artist's continued interest in the American West, a subject that dominated his artistic career. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City houses this insightful glimpse into Bierstadt's working process, offering art enthusiasts an intimate look at the development of his iconic landscapes.