Two Pierrots Balancing on Swans and Two Dancers 1820 - 1875

"Two Pierrots Balancing on Swans and Two Dancers" is a paper cutting by Danish author Hans Christian Andersen, created sometime between 1820 and 1875. The artwork is a simple composition of two pierrots, balancing on swans, facing each other. Above them are two dancers, forming a butterfly shape. The silhouettes are cut from blue paper and are mounted on a cream-colored background, adding to the simplistic visual appeal of the work. This paper cut reflects Andersen's playful and imaginative nature, known for his captivating fairytales. This whimsical piece is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.