{"title":"Alfred Schmidt","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"zal-dat-beest-een-vegetarier-zoo-behandelen-alfred-michael-roedstad-schmidt","title":"Zal dat beest een vegetariër zoo behandelen - Alfred Michael Roedstad Schmidt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA humorous ink drawing by Danish artist Alfred Michael Roedstad Schmidt, depicting a tense encounter between a man and a bull in a field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ink drawing by the Danish artist Alfred Michael Roedstad Schmidt captures a moment of humorous tension between a man and a bull. The title, translated from the Dutch inscription, poses the rhetorical question: 'Would a beast treat a vegetarian like that?' The scene depicts a startled man, dressed in a formal coat, confronting a bull in a field. The animal appears ready to charge, while the man gestures in a state of alarm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchmidt, known for his contributions to satirical publications and his work as a cartoonist, employs a direct and economical line style. The drawing relies on simple contours to define the figures and the surrounding environment, such as the wooden fence and the tree in the background. The composition is balanced, with the man on the right and the bull on the left, creating a clear narrative interaction. The artist uses minimal shading, allowing the expressive poses of the subjects to convey the humour of the situation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work reflects the tradition of early 20th-century caricature, where social commentary was often delivered through lighthearted, observational scenes. The inclusion of the handwritten inscription at the bottom adds a personal, immediate quality to the piece, suggesting it may have been a preparatory sketch or a private study for a published cartoon. The clean lines and focus on character expression demonstrate Schmidt's ability to distil a complex interaction into a single, readable image. The work remains a clear example of the artist's skill in observational drawing and his penchant for situational comedy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/untitled-photo-album-cover-1938-1939-eva-charlotte-pennink-boelen\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eUntitled (Photo Album Cover, 1938-1939) - Eva Charlotte Pennink-Boelen — Eva Charlotte Pennink-Boelen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/fotoreproductie-van-polaroid-met-hedy-en-drie-andere-personen-voor-ingang-van-een-bioscoop-aat-veldhoen\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFotoreproductie van Polaroid met Hedy en drie andere personen voor ingang van een bioscoop - Aat Veldhoen — Aat Veldhoen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Alfred Schmidt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58760630174031,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58760634564943,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58760634597711,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58760634630479,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58760634663247,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58760634696015,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58760634728783,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58760634761551,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58760634794319,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58760634827087,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58760634859855,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58760634892623,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Zal-dat-beest-een-vegetari-r-zoo-behandelen_Poster_CompositorV1_1789255972677.jpg?v=1789256109"},{"product_id":"dame-gevolgd-door-een-liverijknecht-drie-kindertjes-staan-er-naar-te-kijken-alfred-schmidt","title":"Dame gevolgd door een liverijknecht, drie kindertjes staan er naar te kijken - Alfred Schmidt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA charming ink and wash illustration by Danish artist Alfred Schmidt, depicting a lady and her servant on a beach, observed by three children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis illustration by the Danish artist Alfred Schmidt captures a whimsical scene set against a coastal backdrop. The composition features a lady walking along the shore, shielded by a parasol, followed by a liveried servant in a top hat. To the right, three small children observe the pair with curiosity. In the distance, a large, turreted building sits upon the horizon, suggesting a seaside resort or grand estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchmidt employs a clean, graphic approach typical of late nineteenth-century illustration. The line work is precise and economical, defining the figures with minimal shading. The use of wash provides subtle depth to the sea and the clothing of the figures, while the background remains largely suggested rather than detailed. This economy of form allows the narrative interaction between the characters to take precedence. The artist's monogram is visible on the lower left, confirming his authorship of this charming vignette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlfred Schmidt was a prolific illustrator known for his contributions to Danish periodicals and children's literature. His work often reflects the social observations of his time, rendered with a light touch and a clear sense of character. This piece demonstrates his ability to convey a specific social hierarchy through posture and attire, from the formal dress of the lady and her servant to the simple, bundled clothing of the children. The work is a fine example of the illustrative style that defined the period, balancing decorative quality with a clear, readable narrative. It offers a glimpse into the social leisure activities of the era, presented with a gentle, observational humour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/the-dents-blanches-in-champery-at-the-morning-sun-ferdinand-hodler\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Dents Blanches in Champéry at the morning sun - Ferdinand Hodler — Ferdinand Hodler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Alfred Schmidt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58760632172879,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58760634204495,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58760634237263,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58760634270031,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58760634302799,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58760634335567,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58760634368335,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58760634401103,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58760634433871,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58760634466639,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58760634499407,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58760634532175,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Dame-gevolgd-door-een-liverijknecht-drie-kindertjes-staan-er-naar-te-kijken_Poster_CompositorV1_1789255503100.jpg?v=1789256191"},{"product_id":"man-hiding-from-a-dog-in-a-cupboard-alfred-schmidt","title":"Man Hiding from a Dog in a Cupboard - Alfred Schmidt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA humorous ink and crayon illustration by Danish artist Alfred Schmidt, depicting a man hiding in a cupboard from an alert dog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis humorous illustration by the Danish artist Alfred Schmidt captures a moment of domestic absurdity. The scene depicts a man cowering inside a tall cupboard, his hand visible as he grips the door, while a dog stands guard outside, barking towards his hiding place. Schmidt, known for his contributions to Danish satirical publications, employs a direct and economical line to convey the narrative. The drawing is marked by a distinctive use of blue crayon, which creates a diagonal visual path connecting the dog to the cupboard, effectively directing the viewer's eye across the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchmidt was a prolific illustrator, often working for the magazine Blæksprutten. His work frequently explored the lighter side of human behaviour, using caricature to comment on everyday situations. The simplicity of the setting, with minimal background detail, ensures that the focus remains entirely on the interaction between the two subjects. The man's presence is suggested only by his hand and the slight opening of the cupboard door, adding a layer of mystery to the comedic premise. The dog, rendered with expressive posture, appears both alert and slightly comical in its persistence. This piece provides a glimpse into the graphic style of early twentieth-century European illustration, where clarity of form and narrative wit were paramount. The presence of the artist's signature and the date notation in the upper right corner suggests this was a preparatory sketch or a finished cartoon intended for print reproduction. The work remains a fine example of Schmidt's ability to distill a complex situation into a single, readable image, relying on gesture and composition rather than elaborate detail to communicate the humour of the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/the-square-book-of-animals-the-toilsome-goat-william-nicholson\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Square Book of Animals: The Toilsome Goat - William Nicholson — William Nicholson\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Alfred Schmidt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58760633712975,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58760635711823,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58760635744591,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58760635777359,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58760635810127,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58760635842895,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58760635875663,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58760635908431,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58760635941199,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58760635973967,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58760636006735,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58760636039503,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Man-Hiding-from-a-Dog-in-a-Cupboard_Poster_CompositorV1_1789255916508.jpg?v=1789256366"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/de\/collections\/alfred-schmidt.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}