Karl Friedrich Lessing's 1837 Landscape Drawing at the Morgan Library & Museum
A drawing by Karl Friedrich Lessing, created in 1837, depicts a cemetery and church scene. The artwork, measuring 291 by 447 millimeters, uses ink wash, watercolor, and graphite on brown wove paper, with a cut and adhered paper correction. It is held in the collection of the Morgan Library & Museum. The piece was featured on artcritical on June 18, 2014. Lessing, a German artist active in the 19th century, produced this work during his lifetime from 1808 to 1880. The drawing showcases his skill in mixed media techniques. Its inclusion on the art platform highlights its historical significance in art documentation.
Key facts
- Karl Friedrich Lessing created the artwork in 1837
- The drawing measures 291 x 447 mm
- It uses ink wash, watercolor, and graphite on brown wove paper
- A cut and adhered paper correction is part of the piece
- The Morgan Library & Museum holds the artwork
- artcritical featured it on June 18, 2014
- Lessing lived from 1808 to 1880
- The artwork depicts a landscape with a cemetery and church
Entities
Artists
- Karl Friedrich Lessing
Institutions
- Morgan Library & Museum
- artcritical