Portrætskitse. Maleren N.A. Abildgaard (?). 1760 - 1802

This portrait sketch, created between 1760 and 1802 by Danish artist Jens Juel, depicts the painter N.A. Abildgaard. The painting is housed at the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen. Juel, known for his refined portraits of Danish nobility, captures Abildgaard in a casual pose, standing with a walking stick and a hat in his hand. The composition is simple, focusing on the sitter, emphasizing his presence against a plain, dark background. This work exemplifies Juel's mastery in portraying the elegance and individuality of his subjects.