Ornament des Nick Bottom als Pyramus mit Garnspule und Schere c. 1867 - 1868

Paul Konewka's "Ornament des Nick Bottom als Pyramus mit Garnspule und Schere" (c. 1867-1868) is a pen and ink drawing depicting a stylized, tangled design that might represent the character of Nick Bottom from Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. Bottom is a weaver, and this design evokes threads, a spindle, and a pair of scissors. Konewka, a German artist, created this artwork to illustrate a scene from the play, highlighting the character's occupation and perhaps his comical portrayal. This small, detailed drawing showcases Konewka's skill in capturing the essence of a character through a simple and elegant design.