New Year's Day 1901 c. 1900

This pen and ink drawing, "New Year's Day 1901", by German artist Hans Thoma, c. 1900, showcases his symbolic style. The artwork depicts a hand, presumably that of time, writing "1900" in the sky, marking the end of an era. Below, three cherubic figures sit playing musical instruments in a small, enclosed setting, a scene that evokes the peaceful transition to the new year. Located in the Städel Museum, this drawing is a testament to Thoma's imaginative approach to the passage of time and the ushering in of a new age.