Befestigte Stadt an einem Fluß 1777

"Befestigte Stadt an einem Fluß" (Fortified City on a River) is a 1777 drawing by Adrian Zingg, a Swiss-born artist active in Germany. The drawing, now housed in the Städel Museum, depicts a fortified town nestled along a riverbank. The scene is tranquil, with a distant view of the fortified town, and a small boat carrying figures in the foreground. The composition is balanced by the river that flows through the center of the drawing, and the lush greenery that surrounds the town. This drawing is a beautiful example of Zingg's skill in depicting natural landscapes and architectural details.