Poeten og hans Velyndere 1760

"Poeten og hans Velyndere" (The Poet and His Patrons), a 1760 etching by Danish artist Alexia von Lode, depicts a poet seated at a desk writing while being visited by two patrons. The scene, set in a modest room with a single chair and a table, suggests a humble setting. An angel, perhaps symbolizing inspiration, hovers above, emphasizing the creative act of writing. Von Lode, who was active during the Rococo period, is known for her elegant and detailed etchings, which often depicted scenes of everyday life. This work, housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases her skill in capturing both the intimacy and the symbolism of the creative process.