Oben der legendäre Tempel von Uppsala (nach der Beschreibung der Gesta Hammaburgensis ecclesiae pontificum des Adam von Bremen_), mittig die Fassade eines Renaissancebaus (in Verona_), unten das Mosaik im südlichen Obergaden von Sant'Apollinare Nuovo ...

drawing, paper, ink, indian-ink, architecture

architectural sketch

drawing

aged paper

16_19th-century

quirky sketch

old engraving style

paper

personal sketchbook

ink

german

idea generation sketch

sketchwork

indian-ink

sketchbook drawing

storyboard and sketchbook work

sketchbook art

architecture

This pencil drawing by Karl Ballenberger, housed in the Städel Museum, showcases a unique architectural study. It features three distinct structures: a sketch of the legendary Temple of Uppsala, a Renaissance building in Verona, and a detail from the mosaic in the southern clerestory of Sant’Apollinare Nuovo in Ravenna. Ballenberger’s keen eye for architectural detail is evident in these meticulously rendered sketches, capturing the essence of each structure in a concise and evocative manner. This drawing exemplifies the artist's interest in historical architecture, showcasing his ability to synthesize disparate architectural elements into a unified visual composition.