Den sørgende muse. Erato, lyrikkens muse siddende med kinden støttet mod sin lyre 1833

"Den sørgende muse. Erato, lyrikkens muse siddende med kinden støttet mod sin lyre," created in 1833 by Hermann Ernst Freund, is a poignant portrayal of the muse of lyric poetry, Erato. The sculpture depicts Erato in a melancholic state, her head resting upon her lyre, as she appears to be mourning the loss of her creative inspiration. This work, currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases Freund's skill in capturing the essence of classical mythology and creating a moving piece of art. The sculpture, executed in a neoclassical style, emphasizes the idealized beauty and emotionality of the subject.