Zwei Frauen, die linke mit großem Hut 

This drawing, "Zwei Frauen, die linke mit großem Hut," by Victor Müller, captivates with its exploration of form through the simplest means: line. Observe how Müller uses a network of delicate lines to define the figures of two women, imbuing them with a sense of ethereal presence. The composition is structured yet fluid, the lines creating a dynamic interplay between the figures and the surrounding space. Notice, too, how the hatching and cross-hatching techniques employed here aren't merely descriptive; they function almost as an architecture, building up volume and shadow with remarkable efficiency. The drawing destabilizes conventional ideas about completion and finish. The visible process becomes part of the artwork’s statement. The incompleteness is an invitation to participate, to fill in the gaps with our own interpretations. Ultimately, this work invites us to consider how line alone can construct both image and idea, blurring the boundaries between the sketch and the fully realized form.