Illustration til "Fra et Vindue i Vartou" i H.C. Andersen, "Eventyr og Historier", Bind 2 1870 - 1873

This 1870-1873 illustration by H.P. Hansen depicts a scene from H.C. Andersen's "Eventyr og Historier," specifically from the story "Fra et Vindue i Vartou." The black-and-white engraving portrays a solitary woman standing by a window, her expression melancholic. The woman is dressed in simple clothing, emphasizing her humble surroundings, suggesting themes of loneliness and introspection within the story. The artwork is currently housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst. This small, but expressive, illustration perfectly captures the somber mood of the story.