Athene med en ung mand 1792 - 1794

"Athene med en ung mand" (Athena with a Young Man) is a pen and wash drawing by Danish artist Nicolai Abildgaard, created between 1792 and 1794. The artwork, currently housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts the Greek goddess Athena, seated with a young man, possibly a student. This preliminary study, enclosed within a triangle, showcases Abildgaard's interest in classical mythology and Neoclassical style. The drawing's brown tones and detailed figures highlight the artist's skillful technique and attention to form, a signature of his artistic approach during this period.