Lex Regia Det Er: Den Souveraine Konge-Lov,. . .Herr Friderich den Tredie. . .Konge Til Danmark Og Norge...d. 14 Novemb. 1665 1709

This intricate pen and ink drawing by Andreas Reinhardt, titled *Lex Regia Det Er: Den Souveraine Konge-Lov...Herr Friderich den Tredie...Konge Til Danmark Og Norge...d. 14 Novemb. 1665*, depicts King Frederick III of Denmark and Norway on horseback. The entire image is composed of ornate flourishes and swirls of the artist’s pen, creating a decorative, abstract representation of the king and his mount. This highly stylized portrait showcases the *calligraphic* artistic tradition of the late 17th and early 18th centuries, which explored the beauty and expressive potential of written forms. The work, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection, is a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of Andreas Reinhardt.