Karikatur af Frederik VII og Grevinde Danner; forneden af Christian VIII. 1840s

"Karikatur af Frederik VII og Grevinde Danner; forneden af Christian VIII." is a pen-and-ink caricature by P.C. Skovgaard from the 1840s. The drawing depicts King Frederik VII and Countess Danner in a playful and exaggerated style. The caricature, held at the Statens Museum for Kunst, provides a glimpse into the social commentary and humor of the Danish artist and his time. The inclusion of Christian VIII at the bottom suggests a playful critique of the royal family, as well as a satirical observation of the power dynamics of the era. Skovgaard's use of pen and ink highlights the informal nature of the work, creating a sketch-like effect.