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Portrait of Frederik Christian Krag (1726-1763)

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1761

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From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Rococo painting Romanticism 18th Century Portrait

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Portrait of Frederik Christian Krag (1726-1763) is a 1761 unspecified by Unknown, a Rococo painting work, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1761 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting shows a man in a fancy blue coat with gold embroidery. His white cravat is neatly tied, and he wears a serious but calm expression. Behind him, a dark background makes his outfit stand out even more. The artist used a mix of rich colors and shadows to highlight his clothing details, like the gold thread on his sleeves. His hand rests on a small table with a plant, adding a touch of everyday life to the portrait. Next, check out chiaroscuro to see how light and shadow create drama in paintings.