Figur- og plantestudier 1906 - 1910

Niels Larsen Stevns made this drawing of figures and plants in ink, and it's like stumbling upon a secret page from his sketchbook. I imagine him quickly capturing what he saw, maybe in a garden, a park, or even just a vase on his table. It feels like a dance between observation and expression. The lines aren't just descriptive; they have a life of their own. I like how he’s made the petals and leaves fan out in bold, simple strokes. The ink looks thin, almost watery in places, which gives the drawing a light and airy feel. There’s a vulnerability in the sketchiness, an openness to the moment. It makes me think about other artists like Matisse, who also found so much in the simplicity of line. Stevns reminds us that art-making is a conversation, with nature, with oneself, and with the legacy of artists who came before.