Prøveblad med æsel og landskab 1866 - 1870

"Prøveblad med æsel og landskab" (Proof sheet with donkey and landscape) is a 19th-century etching by Danish artist Vilhelm Bissen. Created between 1866 and 1870, the work is a study of light and shadow. The upper portion depicts a donkey in profile, while the lower section showcases a landscape with a small tree, likely inspired by Bissen's travels. The sketch-like quality of the etching reflects Bissen's exploration of form and composition. The artwork is housed at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, Denmark, and is a fascinating example of Bissen's creative process.