Skitse af dyrekrop (løve) by Niels Larsen Stevns

Skitse af dyrekrop (løve) 1900 - 1905

drawing

toned paper

light pencil work

pencil sketch

personal sketchbook

underpainting

detailed observational sketch

sketchbook drawing

watercolour illustration

sketchbook art

watercolor

"Skitse af dyrekrop (løve)" is a pencil sketch by Danish artist Niels Larsen Stevns, created between 1900 and 1905. It is a preliminary study of a lion's hindquarters, showcasing Stevns' interest in anatomical detail. This small-scale sketch is a testament to the artist's meticulous approach to his work. Despite its simplicity, the drawing evokes a sense of power and majesty, capturing the essence of the animal. It is currently housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst.