Artwork

Sherberne Valley

Sherberne Valley, by Jasper Francis Cropsey, gouache, 1852
Sherberne Valley, by Jasper Francis Cropsey, gouache, 1852

Sherberne Valley is a gouache drawing by the Impressionist artist Jasper Francis Cropsey. It dates from 1852 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Sherberne Valley is a drawing by Jasper Francis Cropsey, executed in 1852 using graphite, brown ink wash, and gouache on wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a serene valley landscape with trees and hills, using light and shadow to evoke atmosphere and mood. The composition guides the viewer's eye to the center of the scene.

Technique & Style

Cropsey's use of varied media creates depth and texture, while loose and expressive brushstrokes convey a sense of movement and energy. The balance of color and composition achieves harmony in the landscape.

Artist & collection

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