Illustration til "Halvhundrede Fabler for Børn" af Hey 1834

This 1834 pen and ink drawing by Danish artist Martinus Rørbye is an illustration for a children's book titled "Halvhundrede Fabler for Børn" (Fifty Fables for Children). It depicts a young boy seated on a set of stairs, petting a dog that sits beside him. The scene is rendered in a simple, yet detailed style, with delicate lines and subtle shading, characteristic of Rørbye's work. The illustration captures a tender moment of companionship between a child and their animal companion. It is a testament to Rørbye's skill as a draughtsman and his ability to evoke emotion through his art. "Illustration til "Halvhundrede Fabler for Børn" af Hey" is a valuable example of book illustration from the Romantic period, housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst.