Bauer vor seinem Hause, Holz hackend 1908

"Bauer vor seinem Hause, Holz hackend" (1908) by Wilhelm Altheim depicts a peasant chopping wood in front of his house, which is set against a landscape of trees and hills. The drawing, which is held in the Städel Museum, employs a realistic style with a focus on detailed depiction of everyday life and the landscape. The scene offers a glimpse into the daily routines and hardships of rural life in early 20th-century Germany. Altheim’s preference for pencil drawing is evident in the artwork's fine lines and subtle shading. The work captures the quiet beauty of the countryside, even amidst the mundane tasks of daily living.