Christianias æresport by Anonymous

Christianias æresport 18th century

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ink drawing

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quirky sketch

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pen sketch

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personal sketchbook

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sketchwork

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ink drawing experimentation

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pen-ink sketch

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woodcut

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pen work

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sketchbook art

"Christianias æresport" is an 18th-century engraving depicting two triumphal arches, likely created for a royal procession in Copenhagen, Denmark. The artwork features intricate architectural details, including columns, arches, and a flying angel. The arches are adorned with allegorical imagery, suggesting a celebration of Danish royalty and its virtues. The anonymous artist’s work, now held in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, demonstrates the artistic flourishes of the time, capturing the grandeur and symbolism of a public event.

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