Studieblad met gotische architectuur, ornamenten en cartouche c. 1850

This pencil drawing, *Studieblad met gotische architectuur, ornamenten en cartouche* (c. 1850) by Pierre Joseph Hubert Cuypers (1827-1921) is a study sheet featuring various architectural and decorative elements in the Gothic style. The sheet features a central architectural design with elaborate details, along with decorative flourishes, letters and a cartouche, all in a delicate, precise line. Cuypers, a prolific architect and designer, is known for his work in the Gothic Revival style, particularly the restoration of Amsterdam’s Centraal Station. This study sheet exemplifies his meticulous approach to design and his fascination with the intricate details of Gothic architecture.