Skizzenbuch Possibly 1828 - 1830

This is the cover of a sketchbook, "Skizzenbuch," created by the German artist Johannes Thomas, possibly between 1828 and 1830. This artwork is part of the Städel Museum collection, and highlights Thomas's working process and creative development. The cover features a simple brown paper with a marbled design, characteristic of the time period. While the sketchbook's contents are not visible, the cover offers a glimpse into the artistic practice of this early 19th-century artist.