Portræt af skolelærer Hans Jensen Visby (1777-1870), fra Aagerup, Ramløse sogn. 1841 - 1844

"Portræt af skolelærer Hans Jensen Visby" (Portrait of Schoolteacher Hans Jensen Visby) is a watercolor painting by Danish artist P.C. Skovgaard. The painting, created between 1841 and 1844, portrays the schoolteacher from Ramløse sogn in a formal pose against a simple dark background. This work exemplifies the realism of the 19th century, capturing the individual characteristics of its subject through detailed brushstrokes and a direct gaze. The painting, housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, is a prime example of Skovgaard's early portraiture, showcasing his masterful handling of watercolor and his sensitivity towards capturing the human subject.