J. F. Clemens 1779

This engraving, titled "J. F. Clemens," was created in 1779 by Danish artist Marie Jeanne Clemens. The portrait depicts her brother, J.F. Clemens, in a simple, yet elegant pose. The work, now held in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, demonstrates the artist's skillful use of line and shading in capturing her brother's likeness. The image showcases the prominent role of portraiture in 18th-century art. This small-scale work (164 mm x 145 mm) is a poignant example of the intimate and personal nature of portraiture during this period.