Fiskere på Skagen losser en båd med tørv 1847

"Fiskere på Skagen losser en båd med tørv" is a pencil drawing by Danish artist Martinus Rørbye, completed in 1847 just one year before his death. The drawing depicts a scene of fishermen unloading a boat full of peat, a common fuel source in Denmark, on the beach at Skagen. Rørbye was known for his detailed and naturalistic depictions of everyday life, capturing the simple activities of ordinary people. This drawing is a testament to his keen observation and his ability to translate the nuances of life in Denmark onto paper. The scene's realism and the use of pencil contribute to the drawing's captivating character and place it within the tradition of 19th-century Danish realism.