Poul Johan Schouw, guvernør i Ostindien 1799 - 1800

Jens Juel, a prominent Danish painter, created this portrait of Poul Johan Schouw, a governor in the Danish East India Company, in 1799-1800. The painting showcases Schouw in a formal pose, wearing a dark coat, a white cravat, and a tall hat, typical attire for a gentleman of his time. The portrait captures a realistic likeness and conveys Schouw's authority and status within the Danish East India Company. Juel’s work is known for its meticulous detail and lifelike depictions, making this portrait a valuable historical artifact and a captivating example of Danish portraiture from the late 18th century.