Mandsportræt 1726 - 1748

"Mandsportræt" is a miniature portrait by Danish artist David Gardelle, painted between 1726 and 1748. The painting, housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a man in a luxurious, purple garment, with a white cravat. His long, flowing wig and detailed facial features are rendered with intricate detail, reflecting the meticulous craftsmanship of the artist. The small size of the miniature, measuring 12.2 cm in height and 9.4 cm in width, emphasizes its intimate and personal nature, highlighting the importance of portraiture in the 18th century.