Illustration til Johan Krohn, "Peters jul" 1870

F. Hendriksen's "Illustration til Johan Krohn, "Peters jul" (1870) is a charming black and white illustration, now housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst. This drawing depicts a scene from the story "Peters jul", with three children, likely siblings, playing a game while a soldier stands guard outside. The illustration is reminiscent of the era's focus on familial storytelling, with an emphasis on Christian themes and domestic life. The use of delicate lines and precise detail, along with the use of shadows, creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, typical of the style of the time. This small-format work is a wonderful example of 19th-century Danish illustration, providing a glimpse into the world of children's literature in that period.