Artwork
Absolute Monarchy Assigned to Frederik III in 1660
Absolute Monarchy Assigned to Frederik III in 1660 is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Nicolai Abildgaard. It dates from 1792 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
This 1792 oil painting by Nicolai Abildgaard depicts a historical scene related to the Danish monarchy. It is part of a series of royal history paintings created for Danish palaces and is now held in the Statens Museum for Kunst.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows Frederik III of Denmark standing before a group, dressed in ornate attire and holding a document. The scene conveys formality and importance, likely representing a significant event in a court or government setting, specifically the assignment of absolute monarchy to Frederik III in 1660.
Technique & Style
Despite Abildgaard's neoclassical training, this work is characterized by elements of the rococo tradition. The use of dark background and ornate clothing highlights the subject, creating a sense of drama and emphasizing the importance of the scene.
History & Provenance
Created in 1792, the painting is part of a series commissioned for Danish palaces. It is now part of the Statens Museum for Kunst collection, indicating its significance in Danish cultural heritage.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Nicolai Abraham Abildgaard (11 September 1743 – 4 June 1809) was a Danish neoclassical and royal history painter, sculptor, architect, and professor of painting, mythology, and anatomy at the New Royal Danish Academy of Art in Copenhagen…
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