Fortællingen om Kunuk den forældreløse: Kunuk sejrer i piskelegen 1858 - 1860
aronfrakangeq
statensmuseumforkunst
print, woodcut
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pen drawing
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pen illustration
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pen sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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sketchwork
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pen-ink sketch
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thin linework
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woodcut
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pen work
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sketchbook drawing
"Fortællingen om Kunuk den forældreløse: Kunuk sejrer i piskelegen" is an 1858-1860 wood engraving by Greenlandic artist Aron fra Kangeq (1822-1869) housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst. The engraving depicts a scene from the Greenlandic folktale about Kunuk, the orphan who uses his wit and skill to overcome challenges. The intricate detail of the engraving shows Kunuk, dressed in traditional clothing, engaging in a whip-cracking contest with a figure in the background while a crowd of spectators looks on. This captivating artwork offers insight into Greenlandic culture, storytelling, and the visual artistry of Aron fra Kangeq.
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