Svend Tveskæg løskøbes 1877

print, woodcut

pencil drawn

amateur sketch

light pencil work

ink drawing

print

pen sketch

pencil sketch

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

woodcut

pen work

pencil work

"Svend Tveskæg løskøbes" is a detailed pen and ink illustration created by F. Hendriksen in 1877, now housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark. The artwork depicts a scene from the saga of King Sweyn Forkbeard, where he is weighed against gold and jewels to ransom himself from his captors, the Jomsvikings. This iconic scene from Danish history is brought to life with dramatic detail, showcasing the figures of the king and the warriors, and the setting of the event. The artwork's use of line work and shading evokes a sense of historical authenticity, making it a significant piece for those interested in Danish history and illustration.