Illustration til "Halvhundrede Fabler for Børn" af Hey 1834

This illustration, created by Danish artist Martinus Rørbye in 1834, is a delicate pen and ink drawing. The scene depicts a young child standing in a tree, observing a bird perched on a branch above a nest. The detailed rendering of the foliage and the child's thoughtful expression create a sense of wonder and innocence. The artwork was originally created for the children's book "Halvhundrede Fabler for Børn" (Fifty Fables for Children) by Hey, showcasing Rørbye's talent for capturing the charm of childhood. This captivating illustration is now housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst (the National Gallery of Denmark).