Udkast til overdelen af gravmæle på Assistens kirkegård 1796 - 1799

Johannes Wiedewelt's "Udkast til overdelen af gravmæle på Assistens kirkegård" is a design for a tomb monument, created between 1796 and 1799. The drawing, now part of the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst collection, depicts a seated figure, likely a scholar, engrossed in a book, surrounded by symbolic objects like a globe and scrolls, hinting at a life devoted to learning. Wiedewelt, a prominent Danish sculptor, is known for his Neoclassical style, which is evident in the composition's balance and emphasis on clear lines. The drawing is a testament to his artistic vision and his ability to evoke a sense of contemplation and reverence in this design for a final resting place.