Røveren med parykken 1840

"Røveren med parykken" (The robber with the wig) is an anonymous pen and ink drawing from 1840. This small-scale artwork, measuring 81 mm x 122 mm, portrays two figures on horseback in a wooded setting. The scene captures a moment of tension, as the figure in the foreground, wielding a weapon, appears to threaten the rider behind him. The detailed yet simplified linework and the use of hatching create a sense of dynamism, highlighting the dramatic encounter. Currently housed at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, "Røveren med parykken" offers a glimpse into the artistic practices and popular subjects of 19th-century Denmark.