Mandsportræt 1726 - 1748

"Mandsportræt" is a miniature portrait painted by Danish artist David Gardelle, who lived from 1726 to 1748. This intimate portrait, measuring just 9.8 cm by 7.6 cm, depicts a man with a long, curly wig and a white cravat, dressed in a brown coat. The painting's small size and simple composition are characteristic of portrait miniatures, which were popular during the 18th century for their portability and personal nature. This portrait, now housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, offers a glimpse into the fashion and style of the time.