Udkast til Ester Balles gravmæle 1906

This is a preliminary sketch for the grave monument of Esther Balles, made by Danish artist Niels Larsen Stevns in 1906. The drawing features four different sketches, each displaying a variation of the inscription and design for the monument. This artwork is a testament to the process and deliberation involved in designing a monument, offering a glimpse into the artist's creative thought process. The simple yet meticulous sketches, in pen on paper, highlight the architectural and inscriptional elements, revealing the intended design for the grave monument.