Portrait from childhood together with Ferdinand Max and Karl Ludwig (bare-footed) 1835

Josef Kriehuber’s 1835 lithograph, "Portrait from childhood together with Ferdinand Max and Karl Ludwig (bare-footed)," depicts three children, likely of noble birth, in a domestic setting. The composition is simple, focusing on the interaction between the subjects: a girl standing between two boys. The boy on the right sits on a cushion and reads a book, while the boy on the left places a hand on his shoulder. The girl holds a toy soldier in her hand, suggesting a scene of playful interaction. The background is understated, emphasizing the intimate portrait of these children.