Burg Eltz
1822
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1822
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This print shows a castle perched on a rocky cliff, surrounded by steep hills and a winding path. The building has tall, narrow windows and a mix of pointed towers and simpler roofs. Trees and smaller structures sit below, with a few people walking near a church-like building at the bottom right. The artist used a light yellow background to make the black lines stand out, giving it a soft, dreamy look. This style was popular in the early 1800s when artists often focused on nature and grand old buildings. Next, check out how this print was made using lithography.
