Illustration til "Klods-Hans" i H.C. Andersen, "Eventyr og Historier", Bind 2 1870 - 1873

This wood-engraving, created by Danish artist H.P. Hansen between 1870 and 1873, is an illustration for Hans Christian Andersen's "Klods-Hans" from the second volume of "Eventyr og Historier". The artwork, now part of the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst collection, depicts a king and queen in a regal setting. The king, in a fur-lined robe and crown, holds a scepter, while the queen, adorned with a crown and holding a fan, sits beside him. Hansen’s detailed lines and fine shading capture the characters and their regal demeanor. This small, yet impactful, image exemplifies the illustrative power of wood-engraving and highlights Hansen's skill in capturing the essence of Andersen's beloved fairy tales.