Byinteriør med lade og Jesu fødsel 1746

"Byinteriør med lade og Jesu fødsel" (Interior with a Barn and the Nativity of Jesus) is an etching created by Danish artist H. Rosenkilde in 1746. The artwork is housed at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst and depicts a detailed rural scene. The etching captures the construction of a barn with a thatched roof, featuring figures working on the building. The image suggests a juxtaposition between the simplicity of the rural setting and the significant event of the Nativity. The intricate details and realistic depiction of the scene showcase Rosenkilde's mastery of etching techniques. This artwork provides a glimpse into daily life in 18th-century Denmark, emphasizing the blend of rural activities with religious themes.