Illustration til "Ole Lukøie" i H.C. Andersen, "Eventyr og Historier", Bind 1 1870 - 1873

This 1870-1873 pen and ink illustration by H.P. Hansen depicts a comical scene from the story "Ole Lukøie" by Hans Christian Andersen. The illustration, titled "Illustration til "Ole Lukøie" i H.C. Andersen, "Eventyr og Historier", Bind 1," showcases a large rat pulling a barrel with a sleeping child on top. The rat is depicted with exaggerated features, adding to the humorous tone of the scene. The drawing's simple lines and detailed textures create a sense of both whimsy and realism, capturing the essence of the classic children's tale. The illustration is housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst.