Artwork

Study from Nature

Study from Nature, by Margaret Sarah Carpenter, 1850
Study from Nature, by Margaret Sarah Carpenter, 1850

Study from Nature is a drawing by Margaret Sarah Carpenter. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Study from Nature is a drawing by Margaret Carpenter, dated to around 1850, held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a serene landscape featuring a prominent tree on the right, with branches reaching upwards and roots amidst lush greenery, set against a gentle hill with trees and foliage in the background.

Technique & Style

The artist used a range of earthy tones, from deep browns to soft greens, to achieve a sense of depth and texture, creating a tranquil atmosphere.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Margaret Sarah Carpenter

Artist

Margaret Sarah Carpenter

Margaret Sarah Carpenter (née Geddes; 1793 – 13 November 1872) was an English painter. Noted in her time, she mostly painted portraits in the manner of Sir Thomas Lawrence. She was a close friend of Richard Parkes Bonington.