Die Rückkehr des verlorenen Sohnes c. 1850 - 1853

"Die Rückkehr des verlorenen Sohnes" (The Return of the Prodigal Son) is a pencil drawing by the German artist Victor Müller, created between 1850 and 1853. The work, currently housed at the Städel Museum, depicts a scene from the biblical parable of the Prodigal Son, highlighting the emotional reunion of the repentant son with his forgiving father. Müller's delicate and expressive lines capture the somber mood and heartfelt emotions of this classic tale of redemption. The drawing offers a glimpse into Müller's artistic process, demonstrating his preliminary sketches and compositional explorations.