Skitse til Rolf Krake springer igennem ilden 1852

Lorenz Frølich’s 1852 pen and ink drawing, “Skitse til Rolf Krake springer igennem ilden”, is a preparatory sketch for a larger painting. The drawing depicts a scene from the Danish legend of Rolf Krake, a legendary king, leaping through a wall of fire. The dynamic composition and expressive lines capture the moment of action and heroism, characteristic of Frølich’s style. This sketch is a glimpse into the creative process of the artist and offers a fascinating insight into the development of his larger, more detailed works.