Portræt af digteren F.G. Klopstock (1724-1803) 1780

This charcoal and wash drawing by Jens Juel, created in 1780, depicts the German poet Friedrich Gottlieb Klopstock (1724-1803). The portrait captures Klopstock’s likeness in detail, showcasing his distinctive features and the powdered wig he wore. Juel’s signature can be found in the bottom right corner of the artwork. This intimate portrait is a testament to Juel’s talent for capturing the essence of his subjects. It is housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst and is a valuable historical piece documenting the life of a prominent literary figure.