Broughton Church 1830 - 1840

"Broughton Church" is an anonymous pencil drawing from 1830-1840 in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago. The drawing depicts the interior of a Gothic church, featuring an intricately carved stone altar and a vaulted ceiling. This detailed drawing, likely created as a study for a larger work, exemplifies the architectural interest of the Romantic era. The artist captures the grandeur of the church's interior, suggesting a sense of awe and reverence for the sacred space.