Italienerin, einen Krug auf den Schultern tragend 

Johann Nepomuk Rauch’s “Italienerin, einen Krug auf den Schultern tragend” is a study of an Italian woman, likely a peasant, carrying a jug on her shoulder. Rauch was known for his genre scenes of everyday life, and this work demonstrates his keen eye for detail and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects. The loose brushstrokes and vibrant colors give the painting a sense of immediacy and energy, making it a captivating study of both figure and movement. The painting, now housed in the Städel Museum, provides a glimpse into the daily life of the ordinary people who populated the streets of Italy in the 19th century.