Sitzender Hartmut als Akt, Detail der Beine, aus _Ritter Hartmut von Kronberg bei dem Reformator Oecolampadius in Basel_ c. 1866 - 1867

This is a study by German artist Victor Müller for his larger painting "Ritter Hartmut von Kronberg bei dem Reformator Oecolampadius in Basel". It depicts the legs of the titular knight, Hartmut, in a seated pose, demonstrating Müller's interest in the human form and anatomical detail. The sketch, executed in graphite on paper, showcases the artist's careful observation of the figure and his masterful use of line to capture the subtle contours of the legs. This work is a valuable insight into Müller's artistic process and his approach to figurative representation, and is now housed in the Städel Museum.