J. DIELMANN (1809-1885), Hiker with whistle, around 1840, Watercolor Jakob Fürchtegott Dielmann (1809 Frankfurt am Main, Sachsenhausen - 1885 Kronberg in the Taunus): Hiker with whistle, c. 1840, Watercolor Technique: Watercolor over Pencil on Paper, mounted on Cardboard Inscription: Lower right signed: "J. F. Dielmann". Date: c. 1840 Description: In front of us is a work of art depicting a standing character in traditional clothing. The figure is wearing a hat and cloak, a rifle is slung over his shoulder and a walking stick is held. The person depicted appears to be packed for a journey or hike, which indicates a rural or historical context. The drawing is executed in a loose, sketchy manner that conveys an impression of movement and lightness. Keywords: Drawing; figure; traditional clothing; hat; cloak; rifle; walking stick; journey; hike; rural context; historical; sketchy; movement; lightness; artwork;, 19th century, Romanticism, People, Germany, Size: Paper: 10,7 cm x 7,9 cm (4,2 x 3,1 in)