Wasserfall entlang einer Felswand im Gebirge 

Franz Kobell made this landscape, "Wasserfall entlang einer Felswand im Gebirge," using pen and brown ink. The linear quality of ink lends itself well to detail, evident in the meticulous cross-hatching used to define the forms of the rocks, trees, and cascading water. Kobell’s hand guides the quill with precision to build up tone and texture. The varying line weights create a sense of depth and atmosphere. The layering of strokes conveys the ruggedness of the terrain, where light plays across the surfaces. The drawing captures a specific moment, where we can almost feel the cool mist rising from the waterfall. It is the hand of the artist that brings this scene to life through the controlled application of simple materials. Ultimately, Kobell elevates the act of drawing into a form of art. He encourages us to consider the skill and labor that goes into even the most seemingly straightforward depiction.