Illustration til "Kulbrænderen" 1854 - 1932

André Bork created this illustration for "Kulbrænderen" using ink on paper. The stark black lines define a scene of supplication, where kneeling figures bow before a standing man, likely a pastor, emphasizing the somber mood. The medium of ink on paper, allows for detailed linework. Bork uses cross-hatching and varied line weights to create depth and shadow, giving the image a sense of weight. This painstaking process mirrors the laborious aspects of the charcoal burner’s life, the subject of the story the illustration accompanies. The choice of a traditional medium like ink underscores the timelessness of the social issues presented. The contrast between the dark ink and the paper is powerful, much like the contrast between the wealthy and the working class depicted in the illustration. Ultimately, Bork’s illustration reminds us of the power of simple materials to convey complex social narratives.