King Christian VI 1734

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portrait image

portrait

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portrait head and shoulder

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black and white

animal portrait

facial portrait

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"King Christian VI" is an oil painting by Balthasar Denner, painted in 1734. The painting is a portrait of the King of Denmark and Norway, Christian VI, and shows him in a detailed and lifelike manner. The painting is now located at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst. Denner was known for his meticulous rendering of details, especially in portraits. This painting exemplifies his talent for capturing the subject’s personality and presence. The painting showcases a typical Baroque style portrait, characterized by its realism, focus on detail, and the subject's imposing presence.