Cosmus Bræstrup, Commissioner of the Copenhagen Police 1870

Edvard Bentzen’s marble bust of Cosmus Bræstrup, Commissioner of the Copenhagen Police, is a realistic portrayal of the subject. The bust, created in 1870, is housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst and stands at 49 cm in height. The work depicts Bræstrup with a stern expression, emphasizing the seriousness of his role as commissioner. This piece, a testament to Bentzen’s skill in capturing likeness, is a fine example of portrait sculpture from the 19th century.