Hanekyllingerne 1845

"Hanekyllingerne," a delicate black and white lithograph by Danish artist Adolph Kittendorff (1820-1902), depicts a rooster and two hens in front of a simple thatched hut. The 1845 work, housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, is a charming representation of rural life, featuring a detailed depiction of the animals and their surroundings. The small size of the work, measuring just 259 mm x 173 mm, further enhances its intimate and personal quality. The simple composition and detailed rendering are characteristic of Kittendorff's work, making it a notable example of Danish lithography.