Prægestempel med Frederik V's portræt 1756

This 1756 metal stamp, created by Danish artist Magnus Gustavus Arbien, features a profile portrait of King Frederik V of Denmark. The stamp, housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, is an example of portraiture in relief, often used for official seals or insignia. The small dimensions of the stamp (4.3 cm high and 2.5 cm wide) suggest its use for imprinting smaller objects, perhaps for marking royal possessions or documents. This artwork demonstrates the artistic versatility of Arbien, who worked across mediums, including metalwork and sculpture.