Lignende studier, bl.a. en scene i en smedie(?) 1743 - 1809

Nicolai Abildgaard's *Lignende studier, bl.a. en scene i en smedie(?)* is a pencil drawing on paper from 1743-1809. The drawing depicts a scene in a blacksmith's workshop, with figures interacting and working. This study likely served as a preparatory drawing for a larger work, reflecting Abildgaard's artistic practice of meticulous observation and detailed study. The loose, gestural lines capture a sense of movement and the energy of the scene, highlighting the artist's interest in capturing fleeting moments of everyday life. *Lignende studier, bl.a. en scene i en smedie(?)* is an example of Abildgaard's skill in capturing human interaction and the dynamics of daily labor.