En lille pige lader en gammel mand lugte til en blomst 1880s

Adolph Kittendorff's "En lille pige lader en gammel mand lugte til en blomst" (A Little Girl Lets an Old Man Smell a Flower) is a heartwarming depiction of a rural scene from the 1880s. This black and white lithograph, now held in the Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases Kittendorff's adeptness at capturing everyday life and the simple joys of childhood. The composition portrays a young girl offering a flower to an elderly man, with a mother and child observing in the background. The detailed depiction of the garden setting, including lush foliage and a quaint farmhouse, creates a sense of tranquility. This work exemplifies the Danish artist's focus on portraying intimate moments in nature, making it a popular choice among art enthusiasts.