Kong Halfdan III 1646

This 1646 engraving, "Kong Halfdan III," depicts the Danish King Halfdan II as a powerful figure. The artist, who is currently unknown, uses the medium of engraving to create a striking image of the king in full armor with a sword, his face and beard rendered in detail. The inscription surrounding the oval portrait provides biographical information about the historical figure. This small-scale artwork (140 mm x 100 mm) is a testament to the detailed craftsmanship of engraving techniques and is held in the collection of the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst.