Studie zu Aschenbrödel 1899

Leo Putz’s 1899 painting, *Studie zu Aschenbrödel*, is a study for a larger work likely depicting the titular Cinderella. The painting depicts a young woman, barefoot and dressed simply, reaching out her hand towards the viewer. The scene is likely set in a forest or garden, as evidenced by the lush green foliage behind her. This painting captures a moment of longing and yearning, with the woman's pose suggesting a desire for something beyond her reach. Putz's expressive brushstrokes and realistic depiction of the woman's figure contribute to the painting's poignant quality.