Figurenskizze_ Dame und zwei Kinder 

Philipp Rumpf made this sketch of a woman and two children out of pencil and watercolor on paper. The visible grain of the paper gives this image a textured foundation; the pencil lines provide a loose framework, with washes of grey and white watercolor filling in the figures. The artist employs basic materials, like pencil and watercolor, that emphasize spontaneity, and this is likely a preparatory sketch. The figures lack distinct facial features and precise details, which highlights the process of observation and quick documentation. The way the artist manipulated the watercolor, and how these decisions contribute to our understanding, reflects the artist's engagement with the social context of the time. The choice of such fluid media adds to the transient nature of modern life, captured with the artist’s hand bringing a unique lens to the scene. Paying attention to these materials and processes allows us to see beyond the surface and consider how art reflects the intersection of daily life.