Who painted Portrætskitse. Maleren N.A. Abildgaard (?).?

Portrætskitse. Maleren N.A. Abildgaard (?). was painted by Jens Juel in 1791.

Where can I see Portrætskitse. Maleren N.A. Abildgaard (?).?

Portrætskitse. Maleren N.A. Abildgaard (?). is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

What movement is Portrætskitse. Maleren N.A. Abildgaard (?).?

Portrætskitse. Maleren N.A. Abildgaard (?). is associated with Rococo painting.

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Artwork

Portrætskitse. Maleren N.A. Abildgaard (?).

Jens Juel , 1791

Portrætskitse. Maleren N.A. Abildgaard (?). is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Jens Juel. It dates from 1791 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. Portrætskitse.

About this work

Overview

Portrætskitse. Maleren N.A. Abildgaard is an oil painting created by Jens Juel in 1791. It is a portrait held in the Statens Museum for Kunst collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a man in 18th-century attire, standing with a cane and hat, conveying a serious demeanor. His dark hair is styled in a period-specific manner, and he wears formal clothing, including a brown coat and white stockings.

Technique & Style

The artist employs chiaroscuro to create depth and volume, drawing attention to the subject's face and hands. The muted brown background further focuses the viewer's attention on the subject, characteristic of Juel's style and the rococo movement.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Jens Juel

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.