Udkast til øverste del af illustration til Pontoppidan, Odysseus rejser og eventyr 1914

"Udkast til øverste del af illustration til Pontoppidan, Odysseus rejser og eventyr" is a preliminary drawing by Danish artist Niels Skovgaard from 1914. The artwork, housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a scene from the Odyssey, likely the Greek hero Odysseus confronting a mythical creature. The drawing's simple lines and composition suggest a sketch for a larger, more elaborate illustration. The artwork exemplifies Skovgaard's artistic skill in capturing the essence of a narrative through a succinct and evocative visual language, making it a valuable insight into his creative process and a testament to the enduring power of the Odyssey.