illustration til Den fundne skat 1928

"illustration til Den fundne skat" (1928) is an ink drawing by Danish artist Niels Skovgaard (1858-1938). The artwork, currently housed at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts two figures huddled together, likely in conversation, with a church tower visible in the background. Skovgaard's signature style is visible in the intricate hatching and cross-hatching techniques used to create depth and texture, reminiscent of the artistic practices of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The drawing is an illustration for the book "Den fundne skat" ("The Found Treasure"), highlighting Skovgaard's engagement with both the literary and visual arts.