Strikkersken 1890

"Strikkersten" (The Knitter) is a 1890 etching by Danish artist Frans Schwartz. The artwork depicts a young woman seated and knitting, her face focused intently on her work. This piece is characteristic of Schwartz's realist style, which often focused on everyday life and working-class individuals. The artist's meticulous detail in capturing the texture of the woman's clothing and the intricate process of knitting imbues the artwork with a sense of realism and authenticity. The piece, currently held at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people during the late 19th century.