Ole Johan Samsøe 1868

print, engraving

pencil drawn

amateur sketch

light pencil work

shading to add clarity

print

pencil sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

pencil drawing

limited contrast and shading

pencil work

engraving

This 1868 engraving by Danish artist A.P. Madsen depicts Ole Johan Samsøe, a Danish poet, in profile within an oval frame. The artwork, currently housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases Madsen's skillful execution of fine detail and the use of light and shadow to create a realistic portrayal of Samsøe. The engraving captures Samsøe's likeness with precision, highlighting the prominent features of his face and his carefully styled hair. This piece is a valuable example of 19th-century portraiture and a testament to Madsen's artistry.