Ein trinkender und ein schlafender Savoyardenknabe 1786

"Ein trinkender und ein schlafender Savoyardenknabe" (A Drinking and a Sleeping Savoyard Boy) is an etching by Isaak Bager, created in 1786. The artwork depicts two young Savoyard boys. One is seen sleeping while the other drinks from a large mug. This genre scene, now located at the Städel Museum, reflects the social realities of the 18th century, showcasing the lives of itinerant Savoyard street musicians, a common sight in Europe during that time. Bager's work, through its detailed depiction and expressive use of chiaroscuro, highlights the hardship and innocence of these young boys.