The Nauwerk Family 1819

"The Nauwerk Family" (1819) is a pencil drawing on paper by Johan Christian Dahl, a renowned Norwegian landscape painter, depicting a family scene. The drawing, measuring 16 x 19.4 cm, shows a group of individuals, presumably the Nauwerk family, gathered around a table. It is likely a portrait or a sketch made during a social gathering. The composition focuses on capturing the family's interactions, suggesting a snapshot of their daily life. This artwork showcases Dahl's versatility as an artist, as he was known primarily for his landscape paintings.