Notes on the story of Althaemenes 1763 - 1809

"Notes on the story of Althaemenes" is a handwritten note on paper by Danish artist Nicolai Abraham Abildgaard, dating back to 1763-1809. The note features a quote in French that is likely a reflection on the artist's emotional state or a passage from a literary work that inspired him. The text, written in a flowing script, reveals the artist's personal thoughts and is an important artifact for studying the artistic and intellectual culture of the late 18th century. The note currently resides in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, offering a glimpse into Abildgaard's creative process.