Artwork
Christian IV, King of Denmark
Christian IV, King of Denmark is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Gottlieb Muller. It dates from 1817 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Christian IV, King of Denmark is an engraving created in 1817 by Gottlieb Muller.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts a man, likely King Christian IV of Denmark, with a stern expression, dressed in attire from an earlier period. The level of detail in his facial features and clothing suggests a desire to accurately represent the king, possibly as a sign of respect.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by its precise rendering of the subject's features and clothing, a hallmark of the engraving technique used to create it.
Artist & collection
