Athenes fødsel 1796 - 1799

"Athenes fødsel" (The Birth of Athena) is a drawing by the Danish artist Nicolai Abildgaard, created between 1796 and 1799. This pen and ink sketch depicts the Greek goddess Athena emerging from the head of Zeus. The drawing is a preparatory study for a larger-scale painting, and it showcases Abildgaard's mastery of classical mythology and anatomical detail. The work is currently housed at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, Denmark. This drawing, executed in pen and ink on paper, is a testament to the artist's interest in classical themes and his meticulous attention to detail. It serves as a preliminary study for a larger, more elaborate painting, providing a glimpse into the artist's creative process.