Gammel kone, der vinder garn 1835

"Gammel kone, der vinder garn" (Old Woman Winding Yarn) is a pencil drawing by Danish artist Martinus Rørbye (1803-1848), created in 1835. The artwork, housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, captures a simple scene of an elderly woman meticulously winding yarn on a spinning wheel, highlighting Rørbye's keen eye for detail and his ability to depict everyday life with authenticity. This intimate portrayal of a woman engaged in a traditional task exemplifies the Danish Golden Age's focus on realism and the celebration of everyday life.