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An elevation, overgrown with shrubs, in ''garden. At the back a sheer cliff, with a railing along its edge, and with steps on the left leading downwards. An extensive view over the fiord, which lies deep below. A flagstaff with lines, but no flag, stands by the railing. In front, on the right, a summer-house, covered with creepers and wild vines. Outside it, a bench. It is a late summer evening, with clear sky. Deepening twilight.''

''is sitting on the bench, with her hands in her lap. She is wearing her outdoor dress and a hat, has her parasol at her side, and a little travelling-bag on a strap over her shoulder.''

''comes up from the back on the left. He, too, has a travelling-bag over his shoulder. He is carrying a rolled-up flag.''

[Catching sight of ] Oh, so you are up here!

Yes, I am taking my last look out over the fiord.