Ludvig Holberg Attending a Rehearsal of his Play Erasmus Montanus, Act IV, Scene 2 1888

Lorenz Frølich's 1888 painting, "Ludvig Holberg Attending a Rehearsal of his Play Erasmus Montanus, Act IV, Scene 2," depicts a pivotal moment in Danish theatrical history. The painting portrays the renowned playwright Ludvig Holberg observing a rehearsal of his comedy "Erasmus Montanus." The scene captures the energy and humor of Holberg's play, with the actors engaged in lively dialogue and the audience eagerly watching. Frølich's masterful use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and realism, drawing the viewer into the heart of the theatrical event.