De dood van Karel de Kale by Simon Fokke

De dood van Karel de Kale c. 1722 - 1784

comic strip sketch

quirky sketch

personal sketchbook

sketchwork

pen-ink sketch

pen work

sketchbook drawing

storyboard and sketchbook work

sketchbook art

initial sketch

"De dood van Karel de Kale" (The Death of Charles the Bald) is a pencil drawing by Dutch artist Simon Fokke, dating back to the 18th century. This small, but detailed sketch depicts the deathbed scene of Charles the Bald, the Holy Roman Emperor. The composition showcases a group of figures, possibly soldiers or courtiers, surrounding the king in a solemn atmosphere. This drawing, now held in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into Fokke's artistic style and his interest in historical narratives.