Drawings of architectural details in the abbey at Royaumont
1833
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1833
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows a simple stone archway with a round window at the top. The walls are made of rough blocks, and there’s a small ledge below the window. To the right, a curved piece of wood leans against the wall, almost like a broom handle. The drawing is loose and quick, with faint pencil lines that suggest shadows and texture. It looks like the artist was studying how light hits the stones and the arch’s shape. Want to see more sketches like this? Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum.
