Den stundesløse, I, 6 1810 - 1873

Wilhelm Marstrand's "Den stundesløse, I, 6" is a detailed pencil drawing depicting a scene from the popular Danish play "Den stundesløse" (The Time-Waster) by Ludvig Holberg. This 1810 - 1873 artwork, currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases Marstrand's talent for capturing the nuances of human interaction and expression. The drawing portrays a group of figures engaged in conversation, their expressions a mix of amusement and contemplation, within the confines of a meticulously rendered interior setting. Marstrand's use of hatching and cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and volume, highlighting the textures of the figures' clothing and the surrounding furnishings.