Illustration til "Lille Claus og store Claus" i H.C. Andersen, "Eventyr og Historier", Bind 1 1870 - 1873

This illustration by Danish artist H.P. Hansen (1829-1899) depicts a scene from the story "Lille Claus og store Claus" by Hans Christian Andersen. Created between 1870-1873, the artwork is part of the first volume of Andersen's "Eventyr og Historier" and showcases Hansen's detailed black and white style. The illustration captures a moment where the two brothers and their horses are in a state of disarray, highlighting the story's themes of deception and consequences, bringing Andersen's tale to life in a captivating manner.