Artwork
Johann Jacob Frølich d.æ.
Johann Jacob Frølich d.æ. is an oil painting by the Neoclassicist artist Jens Juel. It dates from 1783 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. This oil-on-canvas portrait, Johann Jacob Frølich d.
About this work
Overview
This oil-on-canvas portrait, Johann Jacob Frølich d.æ., was created by Jens Juel around 1783. It is a representative example of 18th-century Danish portraiture.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a man in formal attire, with a calm demeanor, suggesting a dignified individual. His clothing and hairstyle indicate a certain social standing.
Technique & Style
Juel's neoclassical style is evident in the portrait's clarity and restraint. The artist employed smooth brushstrokes to achieve a realistic representation of the subject's skin and clothing.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the collection at Statens Museum for Kunst, indicating its significance within Danish art heritage.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jens Juel (12 May 1745 – 27 December 1802) was a Danish painter, primarily known for his many portraits, of which the largest collection is on display at Frederiksborg Castle.
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