Child at the dining table with cat c. 1872 - 1874

"Child at the dining table with cat" is a graphite drawing by Otto Scholderer, created between 1872 and 1874. The drawing captures a tender moment of a child seated at a table, holding a spoon high in the air as a cat sits beside them. The use of graphite creates a soft, intimate atmosphere, highlighting the child's innocent curiosity and the gentle interaction between them and the cat. This piece, housed in the Städel Museum, is a charming example of Scholderer's keen observation of everyday life, appealing to viewers with its simple yet poignant depiction of childhood and companionship.