Liggende hund 1842

"Liggende Hund" (Lying Dog) is a delicate pen and ink drawing by Danish artist Johan Thomas Lundbye, completed in 1842. The drawing, housed at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases Lundbye's talent for capturing the animal form with sensitivity and precision. The dog is depicted in a relaxed posture, its fur rendered with meticulous detail, capturing the animal's soft texture. Lundbye's artwork, often focused on animal subjects, reflects his deep observation of nature and his ability to portray its beauty with remarkable skill.