Udsigt over Dresden 1828 - 1831

"Udsigt over Dresden," a pencil drawing by Caspar David Friedrich, created between 1828 and 1831, captures a solitary figure standing before a distant cityscape. The figure is framed by a series of trees, obscuring the details of the city beyond, leaving the viewer with a sense of mystery and solitude. This artwork showcases Friedrich's signature romantic style, characterized by its emphasis on nature, isolation, and contemplation. The hazy atmosphere and the lone figure create a melancholic and introspective mood, inviting viewers to reflect on the vastness of the world and the human condition.