Family of Fauns 1887

drawing, red-chalk, gouache, chalk

drawing

toned paper

light pencil work

16_19th-century

red-chalk

gouache

german

coloured pencil

coffee painting

underpainting

chalk

portrait drawing

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

watercolor

warm toned green

"Family of Fauns" is a watercolor painting created by Hans Thoma in 1887. It depicts a family of fauns, with the father adorned in a wreath of leaves, the mother holding their baby, and two goats nearby. The painting captures a serene moment in a lush, pastoral setting. Thoma's delicate brushstrokes and subtle use of color create a sense of intimacy and warmth. The painting is a beautiful example of Thoma's Symbolist style, characterized by its focus on nature and its connection to human emotion. The work is currently housed in the Städel Museum.