Who painted Juristen og statsmanden Anders Sandøe Ørsted?

Juristen og statsmanden Anders Sandøe Ørsted was painted by Christoffer Wilhelm Eckersberg in 1821.

Where can I see Juristen og statsmanden Anders Sandøe Ørsted?

Juristen og statsmanden Anders Sandøe Ørsted is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artwork

Juristen og statsmanden Anders Sandøe Ørsted

Juristen og statsmanden Anders Sandøe Ørsted is an oil painting by Christoffer Wilhelm Eckersberg. It dates from 1821 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Christoffer Wilhelm Eckersberg’s 1821 oil portrait presents the Danish jurist and statesman Anders Sandøe Ørsted. Rendered in a restrained composition, the work resides in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst, exemplifying the early‑19th‑century Danish portrait tradition.

Subject & Meaning

The sitter, a prominent legal scholar and political figure, is shown in a dark coat with a white cravat, a medal affixed to his chest, and his chin resting on a hand. His gaze is directed away from the viewer, suggesting contemplation and the gravitas associated with public service.

Technique & Style

Eckersberg employs a subtle chiaroscuro, allowing light to illuminate the face and upper torso while the background recedes into darkness. The brushwork is smooth and precise, emphasizing the texture of the fabric and the delicate rendering of the subject’s hair, creating a natural yet dignified presence.

History & Provenance

Completed in 1821, the portrait entered the national collection of Denmark’s Statens Museum for Kunst, where it remains on display. Its acquisition reflects the museum’s commitment to preserving works by Eckersberg, a central figure in the country’s artistic Golden Age.

Artist & collection

Artist

Christoffer Wilhelm Eckersberg

Christoffer Wilhelm Eckersberg (2 January 1783 – 22 July 1853) was a Danish painter.

Museum

Statens Museum for Kunst

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