Den leende Munk 1884

"Den leende Munk" (The Smiling Monk) is an etching by Danish artist Carl Bloch, created in 1884. The artwork depicts a close-up portrait of a monk, whose face is partially obscured by his hood, but still reveals a faint smile. Bloch was known for his realistic and detailed style, which is evident in the fine lines and subtle shading of this work. The print is currently located in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark. This etching is a fine example of Bloch's talent for capturing human expressions and emotions.