Christian III 1646

This 1646 engraving, "Christian III," depicts the King of Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and more. The anonymous artist portrays Christian III in a bust-length portrait, framed in an oval. The engraving features a realistic depiction of Christian III in his attire, with his beard and clothing elaborately detailed. The inscription surrounding the portrait includes the Latin phrase "Fiat Voluntas Tua" (Let Your Will Be Done) which points to Christian III's religious beliefs and his reign that saw the establishment of Lutheranism as the state religion of Denmark. This engraving, currently in the collection of the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, provides a detailed look at the King of Denmark's appearance and reinforces his royal and religious authority.