Two Men Resting by a Lake (recto); Studies for Soldiers Mounted on Horseback (verso) 1830 - 1864

Alexandre Calame's "Two Men Resting by a Lake (recto); Studies for Soldiers Mounted on Horseback (verso)" is a pencil drawing depicting a serene lakeside scene. The artwork, dated 1830 - 1864, showcases Calame's mastery of landscape drawing, capturing the tranquility of nature with intricate detail. The composition features a large tree casting a shadow over two figures resting by the lake. Calame's careful rendering of the trees, rocks, and water creates a sense of depth and realism, highlighting the beauty of the natural world. The verso of the sheet features studies for a different subject, suggesting Calame's versatile artistic skills. The drawing is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, NY, and is a testament to the enduring appeal of landscape art.