Skitse af menneskefigurer og dyr. Regnestykker og penselprøver 1789 - 1792

This drawing, titled "Skitse af menneskefigurer og dyr. Regnestykker og penselprøver" (Sketch of human figures and animals. Arithmetic problems and brushstrokes), is a study by Danish artist Niels Gundersen Lund. Created between 1789 and 1792, the artwork showcases Lund’s interest in human and animal forms, as well as his exploration of different artistic techniques. The sketch is comprised of multiple figures and animals, including a man holding a sword, a bearded figure with a bird, and several animals in resting positions. The sketch-like nature of the artwork reveals Lund’s exploration of various composition and anatomical details. The loose lines and gestural strokes demonstrate the artist’s process of observation and experimentation. This drawing, now housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, offers a glimpse into the creative mind of Niels Gundersen Lund, an important figure in Danish art during the late 18th century.