Kong Frederik II 1582

Melchior Lorck’s 1582 engraving "Kong Frederik II" is a portrait of the Danish king, Frederik II. This detailed print showcases the king in a regal pose, adorned with a lavish collar and intricate armor. The inscription surrounding the king's portrait highlights his titles and territories: "King of the Goths, Vandals, the Norwegians, and the Danes, Duke of Schleswig, Holstein, Stormarn, and Ditmarsen, Count of Oldenburg and Delmenhorst." This powerful engraving is a testament to the artistry of Melchior Lorck, a prominent artist and cartographer during the Renaissance period.