Vagabond 

This drawing by Théophile Alexandre Steinlen depicts a lone wanderer with a pack on his back and a staff in hand. The figure of the vagabond, the wanderer, is an archetype deeply embedded in the human psyche. We see echoes of it in the medieval pilgrim, staff in hand, seeking spiritual truth, and in the ancient Greek philosophers, who wandered from city to city in search of wisdom. The staff, more than just a tool for walking, symbolizes support, guidance, and the journey itself. It is a motif that transcends time, appearing in countless myths and legends as a symbol of authority and knowledge. The heavy pack suggests burdens, both physical and emotional, that the wanderer carries. This image resonates with our own subconscious recognition of life's journey as one of constant movement, where we carry our experiences, memories, and hopes. The wanderer reminds us that life is transient.