Bauerngehöft an einer Dorfstraße 

Otto Scholderer’s pencil drawing depicts a farmhouse scene on a village street. The primary material here, graphite, is a relatively modest one. But the artist’s skilled application makes it a tool for social commentary. Note how Scholderer renders the thatched roof and the rough texture of the building’s walls, giving it a worn aesthetic. This is not a grand estate, but a humble dwelling, and this is mirrored in the artist's choice of material. The lines are not precise and the scene possesses a relaxed, unrefined quality. By choosing to capture this rural scene with a simple pencil, Scholderer engages with the tradition of plein air drawing, aligning himself with the democratic spirit of landscape painting. He elevates the everyday life of rural folk, not unlike the way a craftsperson elevates ordinary materials. This drawing isn't just a representation; it’s an engagement with the social fabric of its time. It bridges the gap between fine art and the unpretentious reality of rural life.