Studier af drengehoved og ben 1896

"Studier af drengehoved og ben" (Studies of a Boy's Head and Leg) is a pencil drawing by Niels Larsen Stevns, created in 1896. The drawing, housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases Stevns's ability to capture the human form through delicate lines and subtle shading. The artist's focus on anatomical detail and the simplicity of the composition are characteristic of his style, which was influenced by the realism of the 19th century. This small-scale drawing (101 mm x 168 mm) demonstrates Stevns's mastery of drawing techniques, highlighting the artist's preoccupation with human anatomy and the natural world.