Ansicht von Piano di Sorrento 23 - 1826

This pencil drawing, *Ansicht von Piano di Sorrento*, by German artist Ernst Fries, portrays a picturesque Italian landscape. Created in 1826, the artwork features a classical villa nestled amidst rolling hills, with the soft, delicate lines of Fries's drawing highlighting the architectural details and natural beauty of the scene. As a Romantic artist, Fries's work captures the sublime beauty of nature, bringing the serenity and grandeur of the Italian countryside to life. The drawing is a testament to Fries's skill in capturing the essence of a place, and it remains a treasured example of Romantic landscape art.