Muldyr med hønsekurve by Johan Thomas Lundbye

Muldyr med hønsekurve 1846

drawing

imaginative character sketch

toned paper

light pencil work

quirky sketch

personal sketchbook

sketchbook drawing

watercolour illustration

storyboard and sketchbook work

sketchbook art

watercolor

"Muldyr med hønsekurve" (Donkey with Hen Coop) is a watercolor sketch by Danish artist Johan Thomas Lundbye, created in 1846. The artwork depicts a donkey carrying a coop filled with chickens, offering a glimpse into rural Danish life in the 19th century. Lundbye, known for his naturalistic depictions of animals and landscapes, captures the donkey's gentle demeanor and the delicate details of its load. The sketch, housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, exemplifies Lundbye's keen observation of everyday scenes, showcasing his mastery of watercolor and his commitment to realism.