Illustration til "Venskabs-Pagten" i H.C. Andersen, "Eventyr og Historier", Bind 1 1870 - 1873

This pen and ink illustration by H.P. Hansen, dated 1870-1873, depicts a scene from H.C. Andersen's "Eventyr og Historier". The illustration, titled "Illustration til "Venskabs-Pagten" i H.C. Andersen, "Eventyr og Historier", Bind 1," portrays three figures. Two are women, one holding the other's arm. The other woman is looking away from her, with one arm raised. A man is walking off to the right, seemingly in the distance. This intimate illustration is a testament to the artistry of Hansen, who was known for his detailed and evocative drawings, and serves as a visual representation of a poignant scene in Andersen's work. This artwork, currently housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, is a valuable part of Danish literary and artistic heritage.