Zeichnung zur Fibel_ Quelle c. 1905

"Zeichnung zur Fibel_ Quelle" (c. 1905) by German artist Hans Thoma (1839-1924) depicts two frogs, one perched on a rock beside a flowing stream, the other partially submerged in the water. The composition, rendered in pen and ink, displays Thoma's mastery of detail and expressiveness in capturing the natural world. The work is a prime example of the artist's distinctive style, characterized by his use of black and white, bold outlines, and meticulous hatching to evoke volume and texture, emphasizing the organic forms of nature. This drawing, currently housed in the Städel Museum, showcases Thoma's ability to elevate everyday subject matter to a heightened level of artistic significance.