San Domenico, Siena 1923

Hermann Lismann’s 1923 drawing "San Domenico, Siena" depicts a sweeping view of the iconic church in Siena, Italy. The composition features a central focus on the San Domenico church, which is drawn in stark black and white tones, suggesting the artist’s interest in architectural form and structure. The surrounding cityscape is rendered with a loose, gestural hand, capturing the vibrant energy of the Italian city and providing a visual context for the imposing church. The drawing, currently housed in the Städel Museum, provides an insight into Lismann’s keen observation of urban landscapes and his use of expressive linework to convey both structure and atmosphere.