Fachwerkhaus, davor Mutter und Kind, auf einer Treppe sitzend 

This pencil drawing by Otto Scholderer captures a mother and child seated on the steps of a half-timbered house, or Fachwerkhaus. This architectural style evokes a sense of home, tradition, and regional identity, rooting the figures in a specific cultural landscape. The mother-and-child motif resonates deeply within the collective human psyche, echoing across cultures and epochs. We see it, for example, in the iconic images of the Madonna and Child, where the Virgin Mary's tender embrace of her son embodies divine love and nurturing. Even in ancient Egyptian art, the goddess Isis cradling her son Horus reflects similar themes of protection and maternal care. Here, the posture of the mother—her gentle hold and gaze—conjures feelings of comfort, security, and unconditional love. The inclusion of chickens pecking around at the bottom adds a touch of everyday realism. This image encapsulates the cyclical nature of life. These symbols resurface through history, and continue to evolve. The emotional weight remains potent.