Studie af højre arm på en stående mandsfigur samt et kompositionsudkast til at dobbeltportræt af Juel og hans kone ved staffeliet 1791

This study by Danish artist Jens Juel from 1791 is a preparatory drawing for a larger portrait. The composition is rendered in red chalk on paper, outlining the figures of Juel and his wife, as well as their surroundings. Notably, the hand of Juel, rendered in black chalk, is isolated from the rest of the piece and seems to hover over the scene, emphasizing the artist’s creative control. The artwork offers a unique glimpse into Juel's artistic process, highlighting his approach to portraiture and composition. The study is now held in the collection of the SMK – Statens Museum for Kunst.