Artwork

Kong Frederik IV som prins

Kong Frederik IV som prins, by Unknown, 1750
Kong Frederik IV som prins, by Unknown, 1750

Kong Frederik IV som prins is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Kong Frederik IV som prins is a portrait created around 1750, currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a young man, later identified as King Frederik IV, dressed in formal attire with intricate silver embroidery, suggesting a high social status.

Technique & Style

The use of chiaroscuro, a strong contrast between light and dark, draws attention to the subject's face and shoulders, creating a sense of depth and volume in the image.

History & Provenance

The portrait is an older image, showing signs of aging such as fading and wear around the edges, indicating its historical significance and age.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known