Dame, das Kinn in die Hand stützend 1916

Gustav Schraegle’s 1916 drawing, “Dame, das Kinn in die Hand stützend,” portrays a woman in profile, her chin resting on her hand. The artist's gestural lines, created in a light green ink, capture a fleeting moment of contemplation, conveying a sense of intimacy and quiet introspection. The drawing, housed in the Städel Museum, exemplifies Schraegle's skill in capturing subtle emotions through expressive lines and a minimal approach, solidifying his position as a notable figure in German drawing.