Old woman in front of a chair c. 1900

This pencil sketch by Gustav Schraegle, a German artist active around the turn of the 20th century, depicts three figures: an elderly woman, possibly a mother, standing beside a chair and two children, one sitting on a stool and the other in the background. The loose lines and simple composition suggest a casual, intimate moment captured in a domestic setting. The use of graphite creates a sense of light and shadow, highlighting the figures' forms and suggesting a sense of quiet contemplation. The sketch, now in the Städel Museum, offers a glimpse into the artist's stylistic approach and everyday life during the early 20th century.