Artwork
Fakkelbærer
Fakkelbærer is an unspecified painting by the Romanticist artist Unknown. It dates from 1807 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
Fakkelbærer is a painting created in 1807 by an artist known as 3871_person. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a man in a red and white military uniform holding a torch, with a sword at his side. His dynamic pose and the flame from the torch convey a sense of energy and action.
Technique & Style
The work exemplifies Romanticism, characterized by its emphasis on emotion and individual expression. The use of a light beige background and gold accents on the uniform highlights the subject.
History & Provenance
Created in 1807, Fakkelbærer is now held at the Museum of Ethnography, where it remains as a representation of the artistic style of its time.
Artist & collection
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