Who painted Grove of Trees [verso]?

Grove of Trees [verso] was painted by Friedrich Salathé in 1835.

Where can I see Grove of Trees [verso]?

Grove of Trees [verso] is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Grove of Trees [verso]?

Grove of Trees [verso] is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Grove of Trees [verso]

Friedrich Salathé , 1835

Grove of Trees [verso] is an ink drawing by the Romanticist artist Friedrich Salathé. It dates from 1835 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Grove of Trees (verso) is a drawing executed around 1835 by the Swiss artist Friedrich Salathé. Rendered on wove paper, the work presents a forested scene rendered in pen and black ink applied over an initial graphite sketch.

Technique & Style

Salathé employed a combination of graphite underdrawing and fine pen work, allowing for precise line definition and tonal variation. The use of black ink on a smooth, wove surface enhances the contrast between the delicate foliage and the darker tree trunks, characteristic of early‑19th‑century draftsmanship.

Context

Created in the mid‑1830s, the drawing reflects the period’s interest in natural observation and the Romantic fascination with wooded landscapes. Salathé’s approach aligns with contemporary practices of documenting nature through meticulous, hand‑drawn studies.