Frederik V mønstrer regimenter på Antvorskov 1749

This etching, "Frederik V mønstrer regimenter på Antvorskov," was created by Poul Isac Grønvold in the 18th century. The work depicts King Frederik V reviewing troops at Antvorskov, offering a glimpse into the military culture and social hierarchy of the time. The print invites us to consider the complex relationship between power, identity, and representation. Military exercises were displays of national strength but were also performances of masculinity and social order. What did it mean to be a soldier in 18th-century Denmark, and how did one's class, gender, and ethnicity shape their experience? Grønvold’s detailed depiction of the event invites reflection on the human cost of military power and the diverse experiences of those involved, reflecting both the personal and the political dimensions of this historical moment.