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Frederik VI som kronprins

Unknown

1786

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Romanticism 18th Century

Dominant colour

Frederik VI som kronprins is a 1786 by Unknown, a Romanticism work, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1786 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This black-and-white photo shows a man sitting in a chair, dressed in fancy 18th-century clothes. He’s wearing a powdered wig, a decorated jacket, and stockings with knee-high boots. One hand rests on a piece of paper, and the other holds a cane. Behind him, a dark wall with a subtle pattern and a small table with a draped cloth can be seen. The photo looks like it was taken to show off his royal style—notice the careful way his outfit is arranged. The lighting is soft, making his face stand out against the background. If you like this style, check out the Museum of Ethnography for more historical portraits.