Dronning Sophia Friderika med arveprinsen 1794 - 1795

This engraving, created by Gerhard Ludvig Lahde between 1794 and 1795, portrays Queen Sophia Frederika of Denmark with the Crown Prince. The artwork, titled "Dronning Sophia Friderika med arveprinsen," is a portrait of the queen and her son, likely intended to commemorate her life and reign. The image is housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst and captures the royal couple in a tender moment, exemplifying the queen’s dedication to her family and her role as a mother. The engraving’s intimate scale, measuring 173 mm high and 212 mm wide, adds to its personal and intimate feel. This piece, likely commissioned during her lifetime, showcases the importance of the queen and her role in the Danish monarchy.