Die gestörte, aber glücklich wieder errungene Nachtruhe (Der Floh); 11 1862

"Die gestörte, aber glücklich wieder errungene Nachtruhe (Der Floh); 11" is a 1862 pencil and watercolor sketch by the German cartoonist Wilhelm Busch. The artwork is a satirical depiction of a person being awakened from sleep by a flea, with a humorous depiction of the sleep-deprived figure. This sketch belongs to a series of illustrations, showcasing Busch's distinctive style of caricature and satire, and his insightful observation of everyday life. The sketch, held in the Städel Museum, presents an insightful glimpse into the artist's creative process, highlighting the preliminary stage of a larger work.