Pitcher 

This is Josef Hoffmann's drawing of a pitcher, rendered with ink on grid paper. The stark contrast between the black ink and the white paper immediately captures our attention. The composition uses strong, simplified shapes to define the pitcher’s form, almost reducing it to an abstract study of curves and lines. The grid itself introduces a structural element, a framework within which Hoffmann explores the pitcher’s design. Notice how the curves of the pitcher and its handle play against the rigidity of the grid, creating a visual tension. The use of simple concentric lines to suggest volume adds to the drawing’s depth, inviting us to consider the interplay between two-dimensional representation and three-dimensional form. Ultimately, the drawing functions as more than just a depiction of a pitcher. It's an exploration of how basic geometric elements can define an object, challenging our perception of form and function through minimalist abstraction.