Ove Giedde 1703 - 1757

This 18th-century engraving by Johann Christoph Sysang depicts Ove Giedde, a Danish admiral, in a portrait format. Giedde is shown in an oval frame with a background of ships and a body of water. The engraving incorporates elements of baroque style, such as the ornate frame and the figure's clothing. The inclusion of a cherub holding a shield with Giedde's coat of arms further highlights the subject's status and authority. The engraving was likely created for a biographical work or a historical collection, showcasing the importance of figures like Giedde in Danish history.