Cathmor og Sulmalla 1823

"Cathmor og Sulmalla" is an 1823 etching by Danish artist Johan Christian Ernst Walter. The work depicts a scene from the 18th-century Danish epic poem "The Death of Cathmor" by the poet Adam Oehlenschläger. The etching features a group of figures in a forest setting, including the titular characters Cathmor and Sulmalla, as well as other figures from the epic poem. The work is notable for its detailed and expressive style, which is characteristic of Walter's work. Walter was a highly regarded Danish artist who specialized in historical and literary subjects. He was also known for his skill in etching and engraving. The artwork is currently housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen.