Portret van koning Frederik IV van Denemarken en Noorwegen 1706 - 1768

This engraving by François Morellon La Cave, created between 1706 and 1768, depicts King Frederick IV of Denmark and Norway. The portrait presents the king in an oval frame, wearing armor, his powdered wig flowing down his shoulders. This work is a classic example of an engraved portrait, utilizing line and shadow to create a realistic depiction. The detail of the armor and the king’s serious expression convey a sense of power and authority, typical of portraiture of royalty during this period. The engraving is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Netherlands.