Gezicht op de ruïne van de cisterciënzerabdij van Villers 1803 - 1876

"Gezicht op de ruïne van de cisterciënzerabdij van Villers," a sepia-toned drawing created between 1803 and 1876 by Belgian artist Auguste de Peellaert, depicts the ruins of Villers Abbey in a picturesque perspective. The artwork captures the grandeur of the historical site, a Cistercian abbey founded in the 12th century, while also showcasing the beauty of its dilapidation. De Peellaert's use of detail and tonal variation enhances the sense of atmosphere and decay present in the ruins, inviting viewers to contemplate the passage of time and the enduring presence of history.