Studie af to hænder, der holder om en oval genstand (et spejl eller en krone?) 1778 - 1809

This anonymous charcoal drawing, “Studie af to hænder, der holder om en oval genstand (et spejl eller en krone?)”, depicts a pair of hands holding an oval object, possibly a mirror or a crown. Created between 1778 and 1809, this study of hands exemplifies the meticulous detail and anatomical accuracy characteristic of European academic art. While the artist remains unknown, the drawing reveals a keen understanding of form and light, suggesting a skilled practitioner of the period. The artwork currently resides at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, offering viewers a glimpse into the technical skill and artistic sensibilities of an anonymous master.