The Danish Poet Johannes Ewald 1784

This marble bust, created in 1784 by Danish sculptor C.F. Stanley, depicts the prominent Danish poet Johannes Ewald. The sculpture captures Ewald's likeness with a realistic, almost melancholic expression. The bust is a testament to Stanley's skill in depicting the human form and capturing individual personality. It is a notable example of Neoclassical portraiture, highlighting the idealized beauty of the subject and the craftsmanship of the sculptor. The bust is currently on display at the SMK – Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, Denmark.