Nøgen mand og kvinde 1837 - 1839

"Nøgen mand og kvinde" (Naked Man and Woman) is a graphite drawing on paper created by Danish artist Lorenz Frølich between 1837 and 1839. This preliminary sketch for a larger composition depicts a nude man and woman in a dynamic pose, the man reaching out with his hand, while the woman stands with her back to the viewer. The simplified lines and the ethereal quality of the drawing suggest a study for a more finished work, capturing the fleeting moment of human interaction through light and airy strokes. The piece currently resides in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, offering viewers a glimpse into the creative process of this celebrated Danish artist.