Johannes Ewald 1779

This 1779 engraving by Terkel Kleve depicts Johannes Ewald, a prominent Danish poet and playwright, in profile. The portrait is framed by an ornate oval, a common feature in 18th-century portraiture, and the artist's signature and date are inscribed below the image. The piece showcases Kleve's skill in rendering detail and capturing the likeness of his subject, reflecting the Neoclassical style popular during this period. This engraving is held in the Statens Museum for Kunst (SMK) in Copenhagen, Denmark, and is a significant example of portraiture from the late 18th century.