Zeck am Eselsrücken (Original Title) 1910

This pencil drawing by Rudolf Gudden, titled "Zeck am Eselsrücken" (1910), depicts a man carrying two buckets on a yoke. The figure is rendered in a simple, expressive style, with strong lines and hatching creating a sense of weight and toil. The subject matter, a common sight in rural Germany, reflects Gudden's interest in depicting the lives of everyday people and their struggles. This work, held in the Städel Museum, exemplifies Gudden's skillful use of drawing as a means of capturing social commentary and human emotion.