Kompositionsudkast til portrættet af grevinde Anna Joachima Danneskiol-Laurvigen, født Ahlefeldt, i sit 74. år 1790 - 1791

This is a preparatory drawing for a portrait of Countess Anna Joachima Danneskiol-Laurvigen, created by Danish artist Jens Juel between 1790 and 1791. The sketch, executed in pencil, shows the Countess seated in a chair, holding a book in her lap, with her head turned towards the viewer. Juel's preliminary drawings are known for their loose, gestural style, reflecting the artist's focus on capturing the essence of his subject. This study provides a glimpse into the creative process behind one of Juel's most renowned portraits, revealing the artist's meticulous approach to capturing the likeness and personality of his sitter.