Illustration til Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson "En skitse fra Italien" 1875

This anonymous black and white illustration, created in 1875, depicts a dramatic scene of a runaway carriage in Italy. The artist uses stark contrasts and dynamic lines to capture the chaotic energy of the moment. The horses are in full gallop, their reins tangled, while a figure in the background frantically tries to stop them. This work serves as an illustration for Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson's "En skitse fra Italien", a literary work likely referencing the dangers and unpredictability of travel. The drawing, part of the collection of SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, offers a glimpse into the historical context of 19th-century travel and storytelling.