Gezicht op een burcht bij een stad 1823

"Gezicht op een burcht bij een stad" (View of a castle near a city) is a delicate pen and ink drawing by Max Josef Wagenbauer, created in 1823. The drawing depicts a charming countryside scene, featuring a village nestled beneath a towering, partially-ruined castle on a hill. The perspective of the image emphasizes the castle's prominence within the landscape, while the winding road leading to the village encourages a sense of exploration. Wagenbauer's meticulous detail renders a sense of tranquility and beauty, characteristic of his landscape work.