Udkast til Frithiof på havet 1840 - 1843

"Udkast til Frithiof på havet" (Draft for Frithiof at Sea) is a pencil drawing on paper by Danish artist Lorenz Frølich, created between 1840 and 1843. The work depicts a scene from the Norse saga of Frithiof, portraying the hero Frithiof standing on a ship, likely his dragon-ship, amidst a tempestuous sea. The composition is dynamic, with figures battling the elements, emphasizing the dramatic narrative of the saga. The drawing is a study for a larger painting, demonstrating Frølich's meticulous approach to composition and detail. The artwork is currently housed at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcasing the artist's contributions to Danish Romantic art.