Zwei Schweizer Bäuerinnen, die linke stehend, vom Rücken gesehen, die rechte sitzend, von vorne c. 1771 - 1772

This watercolor drawing, titled "Zwei Schweizer Bäuerinnen" ("Two Swiss Peasant Women"), by Georg Melchior Kraus, depicts two women in traditional Swiss clothing. The woman standing is shown from the back while the woman sitting faces the viewer. Kraus, known for his drawings and watercolors, was particularly interested in depicting daily life and the common people. This drawing is a testament to his skillful observation of detail and his ability to capture the essence of everyday life in a seemingly simple yet compelling composition. "Zwei Schweizer Bäuerinnen" is currently housed in the Städel Museum and is a fascinating example of Kraus's genre scenes from the late 18th century.