A house. From a trip to Germany. 1872

This pencil sketch by Vasily Polenov from 1872, entitled "A house. From a trip to Germany," captures a simple dwelling with a steeply pitched roof and multiple windows. The artist, known for his landscape and genre paintings, uses delicate lines to depict the house's details and the surrounding environment. While Polenov often incorporated figures in his works, the sketch solely focuses on the architectural subject, allowing for an intimate glimpse into the house's structure and the artist's keen observation. The sketch demonstrates Polenov's interest in architectural forms and his ability to render them with precision and sensitivity. The inclusion of two chairs in the lower portion suggests the artist's desire to capture the essence of the house's interior and its potential inhabitants.