Studie af Egebjerg-krucifixet 1919

Niels Larsen Stevns made this study of the Egebjerg crucifix with ink on paper. It’s a simple drawing, almost like a doodle, but it captures the essence of the original sculpture. I love how the artist uses line to create form. Look at how the dense, scribbled lines define the shadows and contours of the body, giving it weight and volume. The lines are raw and expressive, revealing the artist's hand. It's all about process here, about exploring and understanding the subject through drawing. See that knot of lines where the neck meets the shoulders? It’s a burst of energy, capturing the tension and suffering of the figure. This piece reminds me of Käthe Kollwitz’s drawings, which are similarly raw and emotionally charged. Like Kollwitz, Stevns uses simple materials to convey powerful emotions. Art is a conversation across time, and this drawing speaks to that ongoing dialogue.