Olaf Rye som lig 1850

"Olaf Rye som lig" is a lithograph created by Danish artist Vilhelm Kyhn in 1850. This artwork, currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a detailed portrait of Olaf Rye, a prominent Danish military figure, lying in repose. Kyhn's use of precise lines and subtle shading creates a realistic and melancholic depiction of the subject, highlighting the solemnity of death. This lithograph serves as a poignant reminder of the passing of a significant individual, capturing a moment of quiet reflection and mortality.