Afskåret udkast til væginddeling 1743 - 1809

This preliminary sketch for a wall design, titled "Afskåret udkast til væginddeling" (Cut-out draft for wall division) by Danish artist Nicolai Abildgaard (1743-1809) is a compelling example of his artistic process. The drawing, housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases a simple, yet expressive approach to design. Utilizing watercolor and ink, Abildgaard depicts a wall panel with an elaborate mirror frame, hinting at the grandeur of the space. The sketch, with its abstract bursts of color, reveals the artist's intuitive exploration of color and form before finalizing his wall design.