Longitudinal Section of a Cathedral for Berlin

Deutsche Grafik 1792–1827, 1827

This is a drawing of an architectural section of a classical building. The drawing illustrates a cross-section view of a large building with columns and detailed architectural elements. The structure depicted features a row of columns along the lower part. Above the columns, there are multiple levels with detailed window designs and elaborate decorations. The building appears to have a tower-like structure at one end and a semi-circular arch at the other. The use of soft colors like pink highlights structural elements, while the main building is rendered in light pencil strokes. The drawing is bordered with a gold frame and is rendered with precision, suggesting the careful detailing typical of architectural plans.
Artist
Deutsche Grafik 1792–1827
Date
1827
Type
Drawing
Medium
graphite and watercolor on wove paper, laid down on presentation mount
Dimensions
15.6 × 26.2 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a drawing of an architectural section of a classical building. The drawing illustrates a cross-section view of a large building with columns and detailed architectural elements. The structure depicted features a row of columns along the lower part. Above the columns, there are multiple levels with detailed window designs and elaborate decorations. The building appears to have a tower-like structure at one end and a semi-circular arch at the other. The use of soft colors like pink highlights structural elements, while the main building is rendered in light pencil strokes. The drawing is bordered with a gold frame and is rendered with precision, suggesting the careful detailing typical of architectural plans.

Deutsche Grafik 1792–1827