Cherub 

Hans Thoma's "Cherub" is a delicate pencil sketch depicting a seated cherub in profile. The figure is rendered with a sense of both grace and robust youth, suggesting a study for a larger composition. Thoma, a prominent German artist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, was known for his naturalistic style and evocative depictions of figures. This sketch, housed in the Städel Museum, exemplifies Thoma's mastery of line and his ability to capture the essence of his subject. The simplicity of the drawing allows the viewer to focus on the cherub's form and the artist's deft handling of the medium.