Vue de Clée, pays de Vaud (Original Title) 1803

"Vue de Clée, pays de Vaud" (View of Clée, Pays de Vaud) is an 1803 drawing by Jean-Antoine Linck. This picturesque landscape depicts a rushing river winding through a dramatic, rocky gorge. The composition is dominated by the cascading water and the surrounding mountains. The subtle use of washes of gray and brown evokes the soft, hazy light of the natural setting. This work showcases Linck's talent for capturing the grandeur of nature, and his ability to depict the subtle nuances of light and atmosphere in his drawings. The drawing, now in the Städel Museum, provides a glimpse into the beauty of the Swiss countryside in the early 19th century.