Udsnit af motivet fra recto: En parlamentar fra den engelske flåde går i land 1801 1799 - 1802

This pencil drawing, "Udsnit af motivet fra recto: En parlamentar fra den engelske flåde går i land 1801", was created by C.A. Lorentzen. The sketch presents a scene with a stark emphasis on line and form. The composition divides the space into two distinct registers, with the figures occupying the lower portion. The figures, rendered with delicate lines, are grouped together in a boat, creating a sense of containment. The use of line to delineate the figures is precise, yet the absence of shading gives the scene an ethereal quality. The flags, with their flowing lines, add a dynamic counterpoint to the static figures. The drawing's lack of tonal variation shifts the emphasis onto the formal arrangement of lines and shapes, disrupting traditional representational depth. Ultimately, it prompts us to reflect on the power of the line itself, how it defines form, suggests movement, and creates a visual language that invites ongoing interpretation.