En kriger 1695

"En kriger" (The Warrior) is a 1695 oil painting by Danish artist Wilchen Riboldt (1661-1711). The painting, housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a man in profile, seated and in a relaxed pose, holding a drinking glass. The subject is dressed in a military-style outfit, suggesting the title refers to a soldier. The painting's small size and intimate composition contribute to its sense of realism and emotional intensity. Riboldt was a prominent painter of portraits and genre scenes in Denmark, and this work is a fine example of his style.