Studienblatt_ Zwei Frauen, sitzend, in unterschiedlicher Bekleidung 

This drawing, by Ludwig von Hofmann, presents two women rendered in charcoal and chalk. It’s a study, or a preparatory sketch, and the materials emphasize that. The softness of charcoal allows for blending and shading, creating a sense of volume and depth. Chalk, on the other hand, offers brighter highlights and finer details, especially on the figure to the right. Look at the way that the application of these media influences the appearance of the artwork. The drawing's texture, the way the charcoal catches the light, the smudging around the figures – all contribute to its immediacy. Hofmann's mark-making— the quick strokes and erasures— reveal the artist's process. This wasn't about creating a finished masterpiece. Instead, it’s a moment of exploration, experimentation, and perhaps even a bit of play. In doing so, Hofmann reminds us that art is not just about the end result, but also about the journey of making.