Opvågnen efter sviren 1810 - 1873

"Opvågnen efter sviren" (The Awakening After the Drunkenness), a pen and ink sketch by Danish artist Wilhelm Marstrand, is a quick and evocative depiction of a figure lying in bed after a night of revelry. The artist's signature loose, expressive lines capture the languid pose of the figure, their limbs splayed out in a relaxed yet slightly disheveled state. The simplicity of the composition and the unfinished quality of the drawing suggest a spontaneous gesture, perhaps a private study or a personal note made by the artist himself. This piece is a fascinating glimpse into Marstrand’s artistic process and offers a personal, intimate perspective on the human experience.