Studie af H. C. Ørsted efter maleri på Frederiksborg af W. Marstrand 1851. Farveangivelser 1930 - 1936

This pencil drawing, titled "Studie af H. C. Ørsted efter maleri på Frederiksborg af W. Marstrand 1851. Farveangivelser", is a study by Niels Larsen Stevns of a portrait by Wilhelm Marstrand. Created between 1930 and 1936, the drawing is a simple yet expressive depiction of the Danish physicist and chemist Hans Christian Ørsted, capturing his likeness and posture with a few lines. The piece is a testament to Stevns' skill in capturing a figure's essence with minimal detail, highlighting his talent for draftsmanship. Currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, the drawing provides insight into Stevns' artistic process and his admiration for Marstrand's work. The artwork is a valuable example of a study drawing, an important practice for artists to refine their skills and explore composition.