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Kong Frederik III med familie, by Unknown, 1750

Kong Frederik III med familie

Unknown

1750

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

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Overview

Kong Frederik III med familie is a 1750 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1750
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This black-and-white photo shows a man and woman in fancy 17th-century clothes standing with four small children. The man wears a military-style coat with a sword at his side, while the woman holds a fan and stands beside a chair. The kids are dressed in matching outfits, with the two older ones wearing hats. Behind them, a richly decorated room has heavy curtains, a chessboard floor, and shelves filled with objects. The photo’s dramatic lighting makes the figures stand out against the dark background. The man’s confident pose and the woman’s elegant stance suggest they’re important. The kids’ tiny hats and serious expressions add a touch of whimsy. Next, check out chiaroscuro to see how light and shadow create this striking effect.

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