Scene upon Leaving the Church 1811

"Scene Upon Leaving the Church" is a pencil drawing on paper by German artist Peter Cornelius, created in 1811. The artwork depicts a couple walking away from a church, the man extending his arm toward a young woman, possibly a proposal or farewell. The scene is rendered in meticulous detail with a focus on the characters' clothing, the city's architecture, and the cobbled street, emphasizing the visual storytelling style popular in the early 19th century. It is currently housed in the Städel Museum, a testament to Cornelius's skill in capturing everyday moments with artistic nuance.