Pax trimphans 1786 - 1789

"Pax Trimphans" (1786-1789) is a pen and wash drawing by Danish artist Nicolai Abildgaard (1743-1809). The work, currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a chariot drawn by two horses. A winged figure sits in the chariot, while a figure on foot restrains the horses. The drawing exemplifies the neoclassical style popular in the late 18th century, characterized by its emphasis on classical themes and forms. Abildgaard's drawing, with its elegant lines and detailed depiction of the figures and horses, offers a glimpse into the artist's mastery of this influential style.