Artwork

Scen

Scen, by Unknown, 1850
Scen, by Unknown, 1850

Scen is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the ASTRA National Museum Complex. The object consists of the reverse side of a wooden panel, split into two equal halves by a central vertical seam.

About this work

The image shows the back of a wooden panel, featuring a label with handwritten text and a small white sticker.

The image shows the back of a wooden panel, featuring a label with handwritten text and a small white sticker. The panel is divided into two sections, with a vertical seam running down the center.

The label on the top left corner reads "1644-o.c." in white handwriting, while the white sticker in the middle has illegible text. The panel's surface is weathered and worn, with visible signs of aging.

This piece is reminiscent of the works held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Overview

The object consists of the reverse side of a wooden panel, split into two equal halves by a central vertical seam. Its surface shows extensive weathering, with a patina of age evident in the worn wood grain.

Technique & Style

A handwritten label in white ink appears in the upper left quadrant, bearing the inscription “1644‑o.c.” A small white adhesive label is positioned near the centre, though its text cannot be read. The panel’s overall condition reflects prolonged exposure and handling.

Context

The presence of dated handwritten notation suggests the panel may have served as a catalog or inventory sheet, perhaps attached to an object for identification or record‑keeping within an ethnographic collection.

History & Provenance

The panel’s style and labeling resemble documentation practices observed in the holdings of the Museum of Ethnography, indicating it may have originated from or been used by that institution.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known