Scene af Apulejus' "Det gyldne æsel" 10.bog. Den fornemme dame opmuntrer æslet 1808 - 1809

"Scene af Apulejus' "Det gyldne æsel" 10.bog. Den fornemme dame opmuntrer æslet," is a pen and wash drawing by Danish artist Nicolai Abildgaard created between 1808 and 1809. This artwork depicts a scene from Lucius Apuleius's novel "The Golden Ass" where a noble lady encourages a donkey. Abildgaard's drawing showcases his skill in capturing the nuanced expressions of both the human and animal figures, and it's housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen. This piece exemplifies Abildgaard's ability to translate literary narratives into compelling visual representations, demonstrating the rich tradition of illustration within Danish art.