Bildnis der Ida Esch (_) im Lehnstuhl 20 - 1871

Otto Scholderer's "Bildnis der Ida Esch (_) im Lehnstuhl" (1871) is a graphite drawing that depicts a young woman seated in an armchair. The subject, Ida Esch, is shown in profile with her hair pulled back in a ponytail. The loose lines and subtle shading create a delicate and intimate portrait, highlighting Scholderer's mastery of draftsmanship. This drawing is a fine example of 19th-century portraiture and can be found in the Städel Museum.