Oldingehoved 1756 - 1804

"Oldingehoved" is a small, oval portrait by Danish artist Cornelius Høyer, depicting a man with a long beard looking upwards, his face illuminated with a strong light source. This small oil on canvas, created between 1756 and 1804, is a remarkable example of Høyer's mastery of light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and emotion in the subject's expression. The work, currently housed in the SMK – Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases Høyer's talent for capturing the human figure in a naturalistic and intimate manner.