Stående svensk bonde 1887

"Stående svensk bonde" (Standing Swedish Peasant) is a pencil drawing created in 1887 by Danish artist Wilhelm Marstrand (1810-1873). The artwork, currently located at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a Swedish peasant standing in a simple pose with his hat pulled low. The meticulous details of the figure's clothing and the artist's skillful use of shading create a realistic portrayal of everyday life in Sweden during Marstrand's lifetime. The drawing is a testament to Marstrand's keen observation and his interest in capturing the lives of ordinary people.