Christian IV på "Trefoldigheden" i slaget på Koldberger Heide 1644

1828

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Christian IV på "Trefoldigheden" i slaget på Koldberger Heide 1644 is a 1828 by Unknown, a Romanticism work, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1828 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting shows a chaotic battle scene. A man in a red coat and white collar stands in the center, holding a sword and a cloth to his face. Around him, people are falling or kneeling on the ground, some with weapons nearby. The background is dark and smoky, with dim lighting highlighting the figures. The man’s red coat and dramatic pose suggest he’s a leader. The painting looks like it was made later than the battle itself—it’s more about emotion than exact history. If you like this dramatic style, look up Romanticism.