Architectural Study – View of a walled city 

This watercolor sketch, "Architectural Study – View of a walled city", by Edwin Austin Abbey, captures a distant, walled city silhouetted against a warm, sunset sky. The artist, known for his historical and literary illustrations, uses a simple, expressive style to create a sense of atmosphere and place. Abbey's depiction of the city evokes a feeling of quietude and timelessness, inviting the viewer to imagine the life unfolding within its walls.