The Apse of the Church of St. Martin-sur-Renelle
1860
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1860
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a tall, narrow church with pointed arches and big windows. The walls are made of rough stone blocks, and the windows have detailed tracery—like lacework—around them. The roof has a steep peak, and there’s a small balcony-like section near the top. The artist focused on the church’s back end, called the apse, which is often where the altar sits. The drawing looks like it was done quickly, with light pencil lines and some shading to show depth. Next, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see more of this sketch in person.
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