Lodtrækning af den atheniensiske ungdom 1827

J.F. Clemens's 1827 engraving, "Lodtrækning af den atheniensiske ungdom" (Drawing of the Athenian Youth), depicts a scene of ancient Athenian society. The print, housed at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, shows a group of citizens gathered in a temple, likely during a lottery. The scene is filled with figures in toga-like garments, creating a sense of solemnity and ritual. The dramatic use of light and shadow adds depth to the composition, drawing the viewer's eye toward the center where the lottery takes place. Clemens's skillful execution of the engraving captures the historical significance of the event, providing insight into the ancient Athenian tradition of public lotteries.