A Woman Carrying a Bundle of Sticks c. 1902

"A Woman Carrying a Bundle of Sticks" is a lithograph created by German artist Heinrich Zille in 1902. The artwork depicts a woman from behind, hunched over and carrying a large bundle of sticks on her back. The woman is walking on a path towards the horizon, with a tree and a distant landscape visible in the background. Zille, known for his social realism, used his art to capture the hardships faced by the working class in Germany. This lithograph is an example of his dedication to showcasing the struggles of everyday people, highlighting the physical burdens and weariness of their lives. Zille's use of expressive lines and dark tones creates a sense of somberness and empathy for the subject.