Cloud Study; Lake [Maggiore?] and Village (verso, from sketchbook) 1866 - 1869

"Cloud Study; Lake [Maggiore?] and Village (verso, from sketchbook)" is a pencil drawing by American artist Jervis McEntee, created between 1866 and 1869. The work, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts a picturesque landscape with a village nestled along a lake shore. The artist captures the soft light and wispy clouds that create a sense of tranquility and beauty. This sketchbook page provides a glimpse into McEntee’s artistic process and his appreciation for the natural world. The subtle tones and delicate lines of this drawing are characteristic of McEntee’s artistic style, which often focused on landscapes and rural settings.