Vignet med børn, der tager afsked 1878

"Vignet med børn, der tager afsked" (Vignette with Children Saying Goodbye) is a small-scale drawing on paper by Danish artist Lorenz Frølich, created in 1878. The artwork depicts three children, one of whom is wiping away tears, suggesting a tender moment of farewell. Frølich's drawing is a poignant and intimate depiction of childhood innocence, capturing the raw emotions of a simple goodbye. The artwork is part of the collection of SMK – Statens Museum for Kunst (The National Gallery of Denmark), highlighting its artistic value. The use of blue washes and delicate lines enhances the emotional depth of the scene.