Sitting old woman 1860

"Sitting Old Woman" is a graphite drawing created in 1860 by German artist Hugo Kauffmann. The drawing depicts an elderly woman sitting in a chair, seen from the side. The figure is rendered with precise detail, capturing the wrinkles of the woman's face and the folds of her clothing. The drawing is characterized by its realistic style and its focus on the subject's individuality, a hallmark of Kauffmann's work. The artwork currently resides in the Städel Museum, offering a glimpse into Kauffman's artistic practice and his observation of everyday life.