Tower at Vevay

This architectural sketch by American architect Arnold William Brunner depicts a Gothic Revival tower, rendered in pen and ink with watercolor wash on aged paper. The drawing captures a fantastical fortified structure with multiple spires and crenellated details, situated on elevated terrain rendered through cross-hatching. Brunner's technique shows the influence of nineteenth-century architectural presentation drawing, combining precise linear elements with atmospheric effects. The notation "Vevay. Sept. 19" suggests a site study, possibly from the Swiss lakeside town known for its medieval fortifications. The work exemplifies late Victorian architectural practice, where imaginative design sketches served both professional and personal exploration.