Illustration til Billeder og Vers af Julius Exner og Christian Winther 1862

This small illustration was made by Julius Exner as part of a book project. It uses a traditional printmaking process, likely etching, to create finely detailed lines on paper. The image depicts a domestic scene: two women sit at a table, one spinning yarn, while a man playfully covers the eyes of the other. Exner has captured the scene with a clear interest in the details of everyday life – the spinning wheel, the woven basket, the clothing of the figures. The printmaking technique allows for intricate patterns and textures to be rendered, adding depth and realism to the illustration. Consider how this image reflects a time when craft and manual labor were central to daily life, and were also intertwined with social interactions and storytelling. In foregrounding the processes of making, Exner invites us to recognize the value and skill embedded in everyday practices.