Forskellige udkast, bl.a. af flere hoveder og en høne med to [?] placeret i en cirkel 1743 - 1809

This is a sheet of sketches by Danish artist Nicolai Abildgaard, dating from between 1743 and 1809. The sheet depicts a collection of preliminary drawings for various compositions, including a hen with eggs in a circular frame, a head of a woman, and two male heads in profile. The sketches are drawn with a combination of pen and ink and graphite on paper, and demonstrate Abildgaard's exploration of form and composition. This sheet is a testament to Abildgaard's artistic process, highlighting his meticulous attention to detail and exploration of different subjects.