Vignet til Frederik IV's Salvingsakt 1749

This engraving, “Vignet til Frederik IV's Salvingsakt,” was created in 1749 by Danish artist Odvardt Helmoldt de Lode. The artwork depicts a decorative vignette featuring two cherubs flanking a central element that includes a crown, scepter, and sword. The ornate composition includes a coat of arms, elaborate foliate designs, and swags of flowers. This vignette was likely intended for a larger publication, potentially related to the coronation of Frederik IV of Denmark. This work is now held in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen. The engraving demonstrates the Rococo style, popular in the 18th century, with its emphasis on asymmetry, elegance, and delicate ornamentation.