To figurer 1743 - 1809

"To figurer" is a graphite drawing by Danish artist Nicolai Abildgaard. It was created between 1743 and 1809, the span of his lifetime. The drawing shows a scene with two figures, one seated and the other standing, interacting with a basket of fruit, possibly a symbol of the fruit of knowledge or temptation. The drawing is now located at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, and its delicate lines and classical style are representative of Abildgaard's artistic practice. This drawing demonstrates Abildgaard's mastery of figure drawing and his interest in classical themes and mythology.