View from Wetzlar

drawing, chalk

landscape illustration sketch

drawing

aged paper

toned paper

light pencil work

16_19th-century

yellowing background

pencil sketch

landscape

german

chalk

watercolour illustration

botanical art

watercolor

warm toned green

"View from Wetzlar" is a watercolor painting by Heinrich Rosenkranz, a German artist born in 1801. The painting depicts a panoramic landscape view of the city of Wetzlar, Germany, showcasing its rolling hills, lush greenery, and a distant cityscape. This artwork, now housed in the Städel Museum, offers a glimpse into the picturesque scenery of 19th-century Germany. The painting's serene composition and realistic details highlight the beauty of the natural world and capture the charm of the city.