Fort Ehrenbreitstein aan de Rijn by Maria Vos

Fort Ehrenbreitstein aan de Rijn c. 1860 - 1865

toned paper

incomplete sketchy

personal sketchbook

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

mountain

ink colored

sketchbook drawing

watercolour illustration

sketchbook art

watercolor

This pencil sketch titled "Fort Ehrenbreitstein aan de Rijn" by Dutch artist Maria Vos captures a picturesque view of the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress overlooking the Rhine River. Created between 1860 and 1865, the artwork exemplifies Vos's talent for capturing the essence of a scene with a minimal number of strokes. The simple yet striking depiction of the fortress, perched atop a steep hill, invites viewers to appreciate the architectural grandeur of the historical site. Today, the drawing resides in the Rijksmuseum, offering a glimpse into Vos's artistic journey and the beauty of the Rhine Valley.