Ole Lukøje 1845

"Ole Lukøje" is an 1845 wood engraving by Danish artist Lorenz Frølich, known for his illustrations of children's literature. This small-scale work, featuring a detailed and intricate style, depicts the Sandman character, Ole Lukøje, known in Danish folklore for sprinkling children with sand to induce sleep. The artwork is divided into four panels, each showcasing a different scene from Ole Lukøje's world, including a child sleeping, a cat, and two figures working in a room. The artwork is part of the collection at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, in Copenhagen, Denmark.