Studie af Jens Baggesen efter maleri på Frederiksborg 1930 - 1938

This is a study of the Danish poet Jens Baggesen, executed by the artist Niels Larsen Stevns in 1930-1938. The drawing, created with pen and ink, features a close-up of Baggesen's face, rendered in a dynamic and expressive style. The artist uses bold, gestural lines to convey the poet's features, emphasizing his expressive eyes and full beard. The study is an example of Stevns's distinctive style of drawing, known for its expressive and often humorous depictions of figures. The drawing, currently held at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, provides an intimate glimpse into Stevns's artistic process, showcasing his ability to capture the essence of his subject through rapid, energetic lines.