Hans Løvenhjelm & co. 1779 - 1781

print, etching

scripture like structure

aged paper

photo restoration

print

etching

old engraving style

unrealistic statue

old-timey

19th century

golden font

historical font

columned text

This 18th-century engraving by J.F. Clemens depicts a monument dedicated to Hans Løvenhjelm, a prominent figure in Danish history. The artwork, titled "Hans Løvenhjelm & co.," showcases a classical column resting on a square base, a design element popular in the Neoclassical era. The inscription on the monument, "Hans Løvenhjelm Hwelh Meerhiem Schwane Wedel," provides clues about the individuals commemorated. This engraving, now part of the collection at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, offers a glimpse into the architectural trends and memorial practices of the time.