Illustration til "En Rose fra Homers Grav" i H.C. Andersen, "Eventyr og Historier", Bind 1 1870 - 1873

"Illustration til "En Rose fra Homers Grav" i H.C. Andersen, "Eventyr og Historier", Bind 1" is an illustration by Danish artist H.P. Hansen, created between 1870 and 1873. This detailed black and white drawing depicts a pile of books with a single rose emerging from one of the open pages. The scene is characteristic of the artist’s work, which often focused on the literary and poetic aspects of Danish literature. This illustration serves as a visual representation of the H.C. Andersen story, showcasing the artist's ability to translate words into evocative imagery. Today, the artwork resides in the collection of the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst.