Draughtsman and lady at the table 1917

Gustav Schraegle's "Draughtsman and Lady at the Table" is a quick sketch from 1917. The drawing, now housed in the Städel Museum, shows a man seated at a table with a woman beside him. The piece is notable for its loose and gestural lines, creating a dynamic energy, characteristic of Schraegle's style. The artist's use of ink to capture the figures and the environment creates a sense of immediacy, as if the artist were capturing a moment in time. The artwork is a fascinating study in how line can evoke both form and atmosphere.