Prøveblad med mandshoved, løvehoved mm. 1843 - 1847

This is a study sheet, or *Prøveblad*, created by Danish artist Christian Piil (1804 - 1884) between 1843 and 1847. It includes three sketches: a lion head, a dog head, and a self-portrait of the artist. These sketches show the artist's skill and mastery of animal anatomy, as well as his focus on detailed observation. The sheet, housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, provides insight into Piil's artistic process, highlighting the importance of studies in his work.