Puck mit Flügeln, Blütenhut und erhobenem Zeigefinger, auf einem Bein stehend c. 1867 - 1868

Here is a drawing by Paul Konewka, found at the Städel Museum, which captures a whimsical figure in delicate lines. The composition, dominated by the solitary, dynamic pose of Puck, invites us into a realm where form and gesture speak volumes. Notice how Konewka uses minimal strokes to define Puck, balancing on one leg with an extended arm and raised finger. This positioning, along with the soft wings and floral hat, creates a sense of lightness and impish energy. The sketch destabilizes the traditional portrayal of mythical creatures by giving Puck a playful, almost pedagogical stance. The simplicity of the lines and the absence of shading highlight the structural elements of the figure. This formal approach allows us to focus on how line and form alone can convey character and narrative, challenging our expectations of representation and inviting a deeper engagement with the underlying structure of the image. It is through these careful formal choices that Konewka prompts us to reconsider how meaning is constructed in art.