The Obelisk erected in Honour of the Statesman J.H.E. Bernstorff in Gentofte, North of Copenhagen 1788

Erik Pauelsen's 1788 painting "The Obelisk erected in Honour of the Statesman J.H.E. Bernstorff in Gentofte, North of Copenhagen" depicts a neoclassical obelisk monument set within a rural Danish landscape. The monument, erected in honor of the statesman J.H.E. Bernstorff, stands prominently at the center of the composition, surrounded by four tall pine trees, and is further framed by a small fence and a low mound of earth. The obelisk, with its inscription and decorative elements, serves as a focal point, emphasizing the tribute to Bernstorff's legacy. The painting showcases the artist's skill in depicting the soft light of the setting sun, which bathes the landscape in a warm, romantic glow. The painting is currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst.