Portræt af Carsten Niebuhr i arabisk klædedragt 1773 - 1774

This 18th-century engraving by J.F. Clemens depicts Carsten Niebuhr, a Danish explorer, in traditional Arab clothing. Created between 1773 and 1774, the artwork showcases Niebuhr's adventurous spirit, capturing him in an exotic locale, likely based on his travels. Niebuhr was known for his meticulous record-keeping and his contributions to cartography and Arabic studies, making this portrait a valuable piece of historical documentation. The engraving, part of the collection at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, provides a glimpse into the life and work of this notable Danish explorer.