Kapel in een kerk, gezien door een portaal 1827 - 1891

This is a preliminary pencil sketch by Johannes Bosboom, a Dutch painter known for his atmospheric depictions of church interiors. The sketch, "Kapel in een kerk, gezien door een portaal" (Chapel in a church, seen through a portal), from 1827-1891, likely served as a preparatory study for a larger work. It shows the artist's detailed observation of architectural elements, using loose lines to capture the perspective of the space and the play of light within. This preliminary sketch provides a glimpse into Bosboom's creative process and demonstrates his meticulous approach to rendering architectural spaces.