Illustration til Svend Grundtvig, "Marsk Stig: Dansk Folkevise Fra 13de Aarhundrede", 1861 1861

"Illustration til Svend Grundtvig, "Marsk Stig: Dansk Folkevise Fra 13de Aarhundrede", 1861" is a pen and ink drawing by Constantin Hansen. Created in 1861, the illustration depicts a scene from the Danish folk ballad "Marsk Stig", which takes place in the 13th century. The drawing features a woman seated, possibly a queen or noblewoman, and a man standing behind her, likely Marsk Stig himself. It is a historically significant work, showcasing the artistic style of a renowned Danish artist from the 19th century, Constantin Hansen, known for his historical and genre paintings. The drawing currently resides in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen, Denmark.