Illustration til H. C. Andersen "Det døende Barn" 1815 - 1882

"Illustration til H. C. Andersen "Det døende Barn"" is a lithograph by Danish artist H.J. Hammer, created between 1815 and 1882. The artwork is a detailed depiction of a scene from a story by Hans Christian Andersen, featuring a delicate frame of intertwined branches and a central image of a dying child being carried away by angels to heaven. The illustration, currently held by the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases Hammer's meticulous skill and his ability to capture the essence of Andersen's poignant tale. The artwork, measuring 287 mm x 195 mm, invites viewers into a world of delicate detail and evocative storytelling, highlighting the themes of faith, mortality, and the afterlife.