Slaget Paa Reden 1802

Christian August Lorentzen's "Slaget Paa Reden" (1802) depicts a pivotal naval battle between Denmark and the United Kingdom. The scene is characterized by smoke billowing from the cannons of the ships, and a group of figures in the foreground observe the chaotic scene from shore. Lorentzen's dramatic composition captures the intensity of the battle, making this painting a significant example of 19th-century Danish maritime art. "Slaget Paa Reden," also known as the Battle of Copenhagen, was a turning point in the history of the Danish navy.