Illustration til "Halvhundrede Fabler for Børn" af Hey 1834

This delicate pen and ink illustration by Danish artist Martinus Rørbye, created in 1834, depicts a playful scene of a mare and her foal. The foal is depicted leaping with its tail raised while the mare watches on in a pastoral setting. This illustration was created for the book "Halvhundrede Fabler for Børn" (Fifty Fables for Children), showcasing Rørbye’s ability to capture a sense of motion and joy in his work. The piece's small size and detailed lines are characteristic of Rørbye's style, making it a captivating example of Danish art from the 19th century.