Bærums smelteovn 1792

This detailed pen and ink drawing by C.A. Lorentzen, titled “Bærums smelteovn”, depicts a smelting furnace in Bærum, Norway. Created in 1792, the work showcases Lorentzen’s talent for capturing the industrial landscape of his time. The drawing's emphasis on the furnace, with its smoke rising into the air, highlights the importance of industry in 18th-century Norway. Its precise lines and subtle shading offer a glimpse into the daily operations of a smelting facility, providing a valuable historical record of the era's industrial activities. The work is currently part of the collection at the Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark.