Hygæa ofrer for Bernstorffs sundhed 1795

This etching, "Hygæa ofrer for Bernstorffs sundhed" (Hygieia Offers for Bernstorff's Health), created in 1795 by Danish artist Heinrich Grosch, depicts the Greek goddess of health, Hygieia, kneeling and offering a libation to a burning altar. The scene is set in an idyllic landscape, signifying a prayer for well-being and protection. This artwork, housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, represents a significant moment in Danish history, likely referencing a specific event or individual. The inscription below the scene further suggests a connection to the political and social context of the time.