Santi Giovanni e Paolo in Rom 23 - 1828

Friedrich Maximilian Hessemer's "Santi Giovanni e Paolo in Rom" is a pencil drawing that showcases the artist's skill in capturing architectural details. The artwork, completed in 1828, depicts the Basilica di Santi Giovanni e Paolo in Rome, with its imposing facade and bell tower. Hessemer's use of simple lines and shading conveys the building's grandeur and presence within the Roman cityscape. This drawing, housed in the Städel Museum, is a testament to the artist's interest in architectural subjects and their ability to translate them onto paper.