Nordiske oldsager by Julius Magnus-Petersen

Nordiske oldsager 1834 - 1866

print, etching

light pencil work

quirky sketch

shading to add clarity

print

etching

pencil sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

limited contrast and shading

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

"Nordiske oldsager" (Nordic Antiquities) is a detailed pen-and-ink drawing by Julius Magnus-Petersen, created between 1834 and 1866. The artwork depicts a collection of intricately ornamented Viking-age artifacts, such as brooches and jewelry. The precise nature of the objects, along with their historical context, invites viewers to explore the rich artistic and cultural heritage of the Nordic region during the Viking Age. This drawing, housed at the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, stands as a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship and decorative prowess of the Viking Age.