En entrant dans la mer 1863

Lorenz Frølich created this drawing, "En entrant dans la mer," using an engraving technique. The composition is arranged with figures wading into the sea, creating a sense of depth through the careful arrangement of forms. The artist captures the human form with precise linework and an attention to texture in the clothing, contrasting the smooth skin of the baby with the rougher fabric. The positioning of the figures, with the child pointing towards the horizon, invites a semiotic interpretation. The sea, a border between land and the unknown, becomes a space for exploration and trepidation, reflected in the mother's hesitant posture. This piece engages with how environments affect human emotion and interaction, playing with our understanding of space and psychological states. The drawing utilizes formal elements like line and texture not just aesthetically, but also to convey a deeper narrative about human experience. The artwork is a site of continuous interpretation and understanding.