A Castle in Normandy 

John Sell Cotman's "A Castle in Normandy" is a delicate pencil drawing showcasing a ruined castle in the French countryside. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the crumbling stone walls, the arched window, and the surrounding landscape. With its simplified forms and muted tones, the artwork reflects Cotman's affinity for the picturesque, a popular artistic movement that celebrated the beauty of the natural world. Though undated, the drawing likely dates to Cotman's travels through Normandy in the early 19th century, a period marked by his interest in capturing the romantic and historic atmosphere of ancient ruins.