Ubekendt mand 1756 - 1804

"Ubekendt mand" (Unknown Man), a miniature portrait by Danish artist Cornelius Høyer, showcases the artist's meticulous attention to detail in capturing the sitter's likeness. Painted between 1756 and 1804, the work is currently housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst. The small size of the artwork, measuring 3.4 cm x 2.7 cm, emphasizes the intimate nature of portraiture during this period. The subject is depicted in a three-quarter profile, wearing a powdered wig and a fashionable coat, highlighting the trends of the late 18th century.