Fra Ludvig Holbergs ‘Erasmus Montanus’, III akt, 3. scene 1844

"Fra Ludvig Holbergs ‘Erasmus Montanus’, III akt, 3. scene" is a painting by Danish artist Wilhelm Marstrand, completed in 1844. The painting depicts a scene from Ludvig Holberg's 1723 play "Erasmus Montanus", a satirical comedy about a young student's return to his village home. Marstrand's work captures the humor and absurdity of the play, with a focus on the reactions of the villagers to Erasmus's pedantic behavior and newfound knowledge. The painting is considered a masterpiece of Danish art, capturing the spirit of the time with a realistic and humorous style.