Landscape 

This landscape drawing was made by Fried Stern, a German artist who was born in 1875. Although undated, the work gives us a feel for the artist’s aesthetic vision. Stern lived through a period of intense political and social change in Germany, including World War I and the rise of Nazism. Looking at the image, we can consider how the artist's vision of the landscape could be intertwined with these historical events. The scene features a tranquil view with rolling hills, trees, and a small building. The overall impression is one of serenity and harmony, with no signs of the social disruption. Perhaps, the artist wished to convey in the scene an idealized vision of her homeland, as a form of resistance against the chaos of the period. The landscape genre has a rich history. By researching the period, and studying Stern’s biography, we can understand better the social context in which she lived.