Illustrationsudkast til H.C. Andersen, Snemanden 1866 - 1867

This is a pencil sketch by Lorenz Frølich, a Danish artist known for his illustrations. It is a draft for an illustration of H.C. Andersen’s children’s story "The Snowman." The drawing features a snowman standing in a winter landscape, with trees in the background. The work's simplicity and loose lines highlight the artist's process and give viewers an insight into the creative journey of producing an illustration. The sketch, dated 1866-1867, is a valuable document in the history of Danish illustration. This artwork is currently on display at the Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark, an art museum that holds a vast collection of Danish art.