Nisse, der skærer en pen 1847

This etching, "Nisse, der skærer en pen," created in 1847 by Johan Thomas Lundbye, depicts a small, bearded figure, likely a "nisse" (a type of Scandinavian household spirit), carefully sharpening a quill pen. Lundbye, known for his detailed depictions of rural life, used a sensitive, almost humorous approach to capture the nisse's focused expression and the simple act of penmanship. This artwork, now part of the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst collection, offers a glimpse into the world of Scandinavian folklore and the artist's fascination with everyday life.