Skyggen 1942

"Skyggen" (Shadow) is a 1942 pencil drawing by French artist Pierre Bonnard. The piece, housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a shadowy figure in a hallway, standing in front of a door at the end of the corridor. Bonnard, known for his focus on light and color, utilizes a minimalist approach in this artwork, capturing the essence of the scene through expressive lines and subtle shading. The stark contrast between the light hallway and the dark figure creates a sense of mystery and depth. This drawing showcases Bonnard's talent for capturing fleeting moments and evoking atmosphere in a simple, yet impactful, manner.