Parti af Østerbro, set fra Dosseringen 1841 - 1845

Christen Købke made this drawing of Østerbro from Dosseringen with graphite on paper. Notice how the artist meticulously renders the scene using fine lines, building up tone and texture. The grid-like structure suggests the artist may have been planning a painting. The graphite lends a subtle sheen to the paper, catching the light and creating a delicate contrast between the dark lines and the pale surface. The artist uses hatching and cross-hatching to create depth and volume in the trees and foliage, while the water is rendered with smooth, flowing lines. This drawing is interesting because of how the artist combines traditional drawing techniques with a modern sensibility. The careful attention to detail and the use of light and shadow recall the old masters, while the subject matter and the overall composition are distinctly modern. It reminds us that even the simplest materials can be used to create powerful and evocative works of art.