B. S. Ingemann 1834

"B. S. Ingemann" is a lithograph created by Danish artist David Monies in 1834. The artwork, now housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts the Danish author and poet Bernhard Severin Ingemann, capturing his likeness with meticulous detail. Monies' portrait showcases Ingemann's signature curly hair and serious expression, a style characteristic of the Romantic era in art, which often prioritized emotional and idealized depictions of figures. The lithograph's intimate scale, measuring 155 mm by 92 mm, allows for a close-up view of the subject, highlighting the subtle nuances of his face and adding to the artwork's intimate quality.