Stehender barfüßiger Knabe mit breitkrempigem Hut und einem Stab c. 1771 - 1772

"Stehender barfüßiger Knabe mit breitkrempigem Hut und einem Stab" (Standing Barefoot Boy with a Wide-Brimmed Hat and a Stick), a c. 1771-1772 drawing by Georg Melchior Kraus, depicts a young boy, possibly a peasant, with a broad-brimmed hat and a long stick. This charcoal drawing, now located at the Städel Museum, showcases Kraus's attention to detail and ability to capture the innocence of childhood. The casual pose and simple clothing emphasize the boy's humble origins and the natural setting. This artwork serves as a testament to the artist's skill in representing everyday life and capturing the essence of the human figure.