Aunt Tonl

Art Historical Context

Created around 1795 by the German artist Wilhelm von Kobell, *Aunt Tonl* offers an intimate glimpse into late eighteenth-century portraiture. Kobell, who trained under his father and later became known for both battle scenes and delicate landscape studies, here turns his attention to a personal subject. The drawing likely portrays a family member, reflecting the era’s growing interest in everyday domestic moments alongside grand historical themes. Executed in graphite with touches of blue, yellow, brown, and red pencil on off-white laid paper, the work demonstrates Kobell’s sensitive handling...