Artwork
Lancaster
Lancaster is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Farington. It dates from 1770 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Lancaster is a drawing that captures a serene riverside scene. Created with pen and ink wash, it presents a tranquil atmosphere.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a quiet riverbank with a stone bridge in the distance, featuring bare trees, people, horses, and buildings. The scene's calmness is emphasized by the faint sky, allowing the landscape's dark lines to dominate.
Technique & Style
Fine ink lines create depth, with a focus on texture in the trees and water, characteristic of early 19th-century landscape sketches. The artist's use of line work builds form and shadow, a technique related to cross-hatching.
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