Christian Jürgensen Thomsen, Archeologist and Museum Director 1858

This plaster bust, sculpted by H.W. Bissen in 1858, depicts Christian Jürgensen Thomsen, a prominent Danish archaeologist and museum director. The bust, which is currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, presents a realistic portrayal of Thomsen, capturing his features and expression with detail. The work is a testament to Bissen's skill in creating a lifelike representation of his subject, showcasing Thomsen's intellectual and scholarly nature. This bust is a significant piece in the history of Danish art and is an important example of portrait sculpture from the 19th century.