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King Frederik V of Denmark in Anointing Robes

Unknown

1750

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

King Frederik V of Denmark in Anointing Robes 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 photo shows a man in fancy robes standing on a rocky ground. He’s wearing a white fur-lined cloak over a red-and-gold outfit, holding a staff in one hand and a red sash across his chest. The background looks like a dark, rough landscape with a hint of blue sky. The outfit looks heavy and formal, like something worn for a big ceremony. The fur and gold suggest this might be someone important. Next, check out *chiaroscuro* to see how light and shadow create drama in art.