Titelblad til "Halvtredsindstyve gamle Kæmpevise-melodier" 1842

Lorenz Frølich's "Titelblad til "Halvtredsindstyve gamle Kæmpevise-melodier"" (1842) is a title page for a collection of Danish folk songs. It features intricate black and white illustrations with a decorative frame surrounding a central inscription. These illustrations depict scenes from Danish history and mythology, including the figure of King Christian the Courageous. The artwork's illustrative style, reminiscent of woodcuts, was popular in the early 19th century and serves to highlight the patriotic and historical themes of the collection. It is currently held in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst. This artwork is a valuable example of Danish visual culture in the 19th century, and its intricate details and historical allusions continue to fascinate viewers today.