Ebbe 1799 - 1802

"Ebbe" is a watercolor drawing by Nicolai Abildgaard, a prominent Danish artist of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, and depicts a warrior, likely a Viking, in profile, holding a spear and shield, and wearing a distinctive red helmet. This sketch, dated between 1799-1802, showcases Abildgaard's interest in historical and mythological subjects, a theme that resonated with the Romantic era in art. The artwork, now housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, demonstrates Abildgaard's adeptness in capturing the details of historical costume and weaponry, evident in the warrior's attire and the realistic portrayal of his gear.