281 - Unknown (19th century), Gothic window at Mainz Cathedral, around 1830, pen drawing

Unknown (19th century), Gothic window at Mainz Cathedral, around 1830, pen drawing Unknown (19th century): Gothic window in Mainz Cathedral, details of the window in the Chapel of All Saints, c. 1830, pen drawing Technique: Pen drawing on paper Inscription: Inscribed on the support in the lower right: “[...]”. Date: c. 1830 Description: The artwork depicts a detailed Gothic window that impresses with its ornate tracery. It is the window in the Chapel of All Saints at Mainz Cathedral. The composition consists of a pointed arch containing complex geometric patterns such as quatrefoils and fish bubbles. The tracery is arranged symmetrically and appears delicate and light. The design suggests an architectural drawing intended for the construction of a church window. The background is kept neutral to emphasize the fine lines and curves of the design. The lighting is uniform to highlight the symmetry and precision of the design. No figures or narrative elements are present, emphasizing the structural beauty of the Gothic design. Keywords: Gothic, 19th century, Romanticism, Architecture, Germany, Size: Paper: 32.9 cm x 25.5 cm (13 x 10 in) Condition: Good condition. Slightly stained in the margins and sporadically within the image. Paper has minimal creasing. Mounted on an old backing in the upper margin. Small tear in the lower left margin; crease in the upper left corner.