En falden piges biografi. Nr. 1 1811

"En falden piges biografi. Nr. 1" (The Biography of a Fallen Woman. No. 1) is a poignant pen and ink drawing by Danish artist Gerhard Ludvig Lahde, completed in 1811. The work depicts a dramatic scene with a young woman seated in despair, her head resting on her hand, as an older woman stands in front of her, raising her hand as if in accusation or judgment. The room’s cluttered state and the presence of discarded objects suggest a narrative of loss and regret, aligning with the artwork's title. This piece reflects the social anxieties and moralistic sensibilities prevalent in Danish society during the early 19th century, offering a glimpse into the plight of women labeled as "fallen" and the judgment they faced. The work is held in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark, where it continues to provoke reflection on themes of societal judgment, morality, and the complexities of the human experience.