O, hvad giver jeg ikke for at komme til mit Barn! 1895 - 1896

Here we see Fritz Syberg’s pencil drawing whose title translates from Danish as, "Oh, what wouldn't I give to get to my child!" The composition, encased in a drawn rectangle, is dominated by horizontal lines suggesting a vast expanse of water and sky. A lone figure sits centrally, drawn with delicate, curved lines that contrast sharply with the rigid horizontality of the sea and sky. The artist’s lines, though sparse, are deeply evocative. The woman's posture, head bowed and arms clasped, speaks of profound longing or despair. There's a palpable tension between her contained form and the boundless environment, hinting at themes of isolation and the overwhelming power of nature. Syberg uses the formal structure to amplify the emotional weight of the subject. The sketch encapsulates a raw, unfiltered emotion, making it a powerful visual statement.