Interiør fra en bondestue med fem personer 1878 - 1881

"Interiør fra en bondestue med fem personer" (Interior from a Peasant's Room with Five People), an 1878-1881 drawing by Poul S. Christiansen, captures a scene of everyday life in a rural Danish home. The artwork depicts five figures gathered in a dimly lit room, with a single window casting a sliver of light. The figures are drawn in a realistic style, highlighting the artist's keen observation of human form and gesture. The scene is a testament to Christiansen's focus on portraying the lives and environments of ordinary people, a key theme in his artistic practice. This work is a powerful example of the realism movement in Danish art, offering a glimpse into the daily lives of rural communities during the late 19th century.