Study for 'All Saints' Church, Upper Norwood' 1871

This is a charcoal and watercolor study by Camille Pissarro for his larger painting "All Saints' Church, Upper Norwood" which was completed in 1871. The sketch captures the essence of the landscape, featuring a tall church spire dominating the scene, framed by bare trees and a cloudy sky. The composition emphasizes the verticality of the church and its prominence in the landscape, characteristic of Pissarro’s Impressionist style. Pissarro's use of light and color creates a sense of depth and atmospheric quality, reflecting the early stages of his artistic development, as he moved towards his signature impressionist style.