Artwork

The Obelisk erected in Honour of the Statesman J.H.E. Bernstorff in Gentofte, North of Copenhagen

The Obelisk erected in Honour of the Statesman J.H.E. Bernstorff in Gentofte, North of Copenhagen is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Eric Paulsen. It is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. The Obelisk erected in Honour of the Statesman J.

About this work

Overview

The Obelisk erected in Honour of the Statesman J.H.E. Bernstorff in Gentofte, North of Copenhagen is an oil painting created by Erik Pauelsen in 1794. It is now part of the Statens Museum for Kunst collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a monument dedicated to statesman J.H.E. Bernstorff, surrounded by trees and people. The obelisk's square base features carvings, and horses are visible in the foreground. The gathering of people suggests the monument is in a significant location.

Technique & Style

Pauelsen employed oil paint to capture the scene, working in the rococo style. The cloudy sky and detailed rendering of the monument and its surroundings demonstrate his skill with the medium.

History & Provenance

Erik Pauelsen, a Danish painter known for landscapes and portraits, created this work four years after his death was reported in 1790, indicating an error in the recorded date of his death.

Artist & collection

Artist

Eric Paulsen

Erik Pauelsen (2 or 14 October 1749 – 20 February 1790) was a Danish painter. He is most notable for his landscapes and was also a popular portraitist. However, he did not experience the same level of success as Jens…