Kong Frode I 1646

"Kong Frode I" is a 1646 engraving by an unknown artist. The artwork depicts a bust portrait of Frode I of Denmark, the king in a crown, holding a sword and looking directly at the viewer. The oval frame features inscription in Latin, outlining the title "King of Denmark" and the date of Frode's death. This work is part of a collection of historical portraits of Danish kings, and is an excellent example of 17th-century engraving style. The portrait provides a detailed, if somewhat idealized, glimpse into the appearance of a historical figure. It can be found in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark.