The artwork entitled “Over Water” is a sketch and study piece created by the artist Ivan Shishkin. This artwork is associated with the Realism art movement and exemplifies meticulous attention to natural detail.
The artwork portrays a serene natural landscape with a focus on the dense foliage and bodies of water. The scene captures tall, slender trees with delicate branches extending upwards, partially obscured by dense clusters of leaves. The lower part of the drawing depicts a small stream flowing gently over rocks, surrounded by lush grasses and shrubbery. The nuanced shading and detailed sketching reflect the artist’s dedication to realism and the meticulous study of nature. The composition exudes tranquility and invites the observer to appreciate the intricacies of the natural environment captured in this preliminary study.
