Sketch of the Monastery of St. George Chalkis 1810 - 1883

Franz von Hauslab the Younger's "Sketch of the Monastery of St. George Chalkis" is a delicate pencil drawing depicting a landscape scene. The drawing is composed of a strip of paper adhered to a larger sheet, showing the monastery perched on a hillside overlooking a valley. The lightly rendered details create a sense of airy lightness, drawing the viewer's eye to the architectural features of the monastery and the expansive landscape it commands. The drawing, created between 1810 and 1883, offers a glimpse into Hauslab's meticulous observation of nature and his skill in capturing the essence of a place through subtle lines and shading. This piece is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York, NY.