Skizzenbuch 1839

drawing

natural stone pattern

wood texture

toned paper

16_19th-century

muted colour palette

worn

white palette

german

stoneware

wooden texture

watercolour bleed

watercolor

This is the cover of an 1839 sketchbook by Friedrich Metz, currently housed in the Städel Museum. The cover is covered in brown marbled paper, a common decorative material used on book covers and other items in the 19th century. The swirling patterns and rich color add a decorative element to the piece, making it both functional and visually appealing.