Studier af tidsler by Dankvart Dreyer

Studier af tidsler 1840s

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drawing, pencil

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drawing

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landscape

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pencil

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botanical drawing

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naturalism

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botanical art

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realism

Dimensions: 201 mm (height) x 314 mm (width) (bladmaal)

Editor: This pencil drawing from the 1840s is entitled "Studier af tidsler", or "Studies of Thistles" by Dankvart Dreyer. I’m struck by its delicate rendering of such a prickly subject. What do you see in this piece? Curator: Well, the thistle itself is rich in symbolism. Throughout history, it has been associated with both pain and protection. Think of Scotland's national emblem. Its prickliness served as a natural defense, symbolizing resilience and defiance. But do you see any paradox there? Editor: Yes, I see what you mean. These are, after all, studies – close observations. The precision softens the sharpness you're speaking of. Curator: Precisely. Dreyer’s focus feels almost devotional, doesn’t it? Each spine, each head rendered with meticulous detail. What we call botanical art often captures something deeper - a reverence for nature, a searching for harmony even in something seemingly hostile. Editor: So, it’s more than just a drawing of weeds; it represents the perseverance found in nature, perhaps reflecting something about the people and culture of that time. Curator: Exactly! Consider that the 1840s was a time of great social change and upheaval in Europe. Finding strength and beauty in something often overlooked or reviled – a weed – speaks volumes. Editor: I hadn’t thought about it that way. The drawing felt so simple at first glance, but there is such powerful iconography there. Curator: These so called "simple things" carry generations of history, association, and emotional weight. Thank you for helping bring this into sharper focus.

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