En stav endende i en pinjekogle. Efter pompejansk forbillede 1743 - 1809

This is a detailed pen and ink sketch by Nicolai Abildgaard, titled "En stav endende i en pinjekogle. Efter pompejansk forbillede" (A Staff Ending in a Pine Cone. After a Pompeian Model). The sketch is part of a series of designs for furniture and decorative objects inspired by classical Roman architecture and art. This drawing specifically depicts the intricate details of a staff or a decorative element, possibly for a piece of furniture, topped with a stylized pine cone. The sketch includes measurements and notes, reflecting the artist’s careful attention to detail. The work was created between 1743 and 1809, showcasing Abildgaard's interest in reviving classical styles during the Neoclassical period.