Landscape and Coastal Study (from Sketchbook)

A black and white sketch of a landscape with hills and trees. The sketch is drawn in pencil or charcoal on white paper. In the center and on the right are two hilltops with a darker area in the middle ground that might be a forest or dense foliage. The hill on the right appears more defined, with shading suggesting its contours. The hill on the left appears softer and less detailed. The foreground appears mostly blank. The style is loose and sketchy, suggesting a study or quick drawing. The overall effect is simple and serene. The artist's style is John William Casilear. The title of the work is "Landscape and Coastal Study (from Sketchbook)".