Overhofmarskal Engel Carl Ernst Schack med dannebrogsordenen og Christian VII's orden 1778 - 1781

This marble bust by Hartman Beeken, sculpted between 1778 and 1781, depicts Engel Carl Ernst Schack, an important figure in Danish history. The bust captures Schack's likeness with detail, emphasizing his regal bearing through his attire and medals. The artist's skilled use of light and shadow enhances the sculptural form, creating a lifelike representation of the subject. The bust is a testament to Beeken's talent and a valuable piece of Danish portraiture, housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst.