Old couple in front of straw hut 1763

Johann Georg Wille's 1763 drawing, "Old couple in front of straw hut," showcases the artist's meticulous attention to detail. The piece depicts a rustic scene, with an elderly couple standing before a humble straw hut, set against a backdrop of verdant foliage. This work, now housed in the Städel Museum, exemplifies Wille's skill in capturing the textures and nuances of the natural world, a hallmark of his work. It offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people in the 18th century.