Begroeide ruïne 1761 - 1779

"Begroeide ruïne" is a pen and ink drawing by Dutch artist Hendrik Kobell, created between 1761 and 1779. The drawing depicts a crumbling ruin overgrown with vegetation, suggesting a sense of decay and the passage of time. Three figures are present, adding a human scale to the scene. The use of meticulous hatching and cross-hatching in the drawing create a sense of depth and texture, characteristic of Kobell's style, while the subject matter reflects the popular artistic interest in the picturesque during the 18th century.