Sketch of a stained glass window for the Shell window of Turku Cathedral " 1923

This 1923 watercolor sketch by Finnish artist Magnus Enckell depicts a proposed design for a stained glass window in Turku Cathedral, known as the Shell Window. The sketch is divided into three sections, each featuring a different scene. The central panel displays a central figure with a raised hand, likely Jesus Christ surrounded by angels. The panels to the left and right portray various biblical figures, suggesting a narrative or a symbolic representation of faith. Enckell’s sketch provides a glimpse into the artist’s creative process for religious art, revealing his vision for the Shell Window's visual impact and its role within the cathedral.