A pixie c. 1867 - 1868

Paul Konewka made this drawing of a pixie, using graphite on paper. The stark simplicity of this graphite sketch speaks volumes about Konewka's artistic process. The artist's marks showcase an intentional contrast between the ethereal nature of the subject and the grounded reality of the materials. Here, the graphite pencil isn’t just a tool; it is the very means of translating imagination to paper. Each line, each shadow, seems to capture the movement and essence of the fairy world. The choice of paper as a ground lends a tactile quality to the artwork, inviting viewers to consider the relationship between the artist's hand and the world he created. This piece compels us to appreciate the intersection of craft, design, and materiality in Konewka's practice, where the act of creation becomes an integral part of the artwork's story.