Hedvig Eleonora Hoppe 1754

This 1754 engraving by Odvardt Helmoldt de Lode depicts Hedvig Eleonora Hoppe, a celebrated Danish poet, and is housed at the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen. The portrait showcases Hoppe in a formal pose, adorned with a crown and elegant attire, emphasizing her status and intellectual prowess. The composition includes a coat of arms, books, and a lyre, symbols signifying her literary achievements and refined taste. This print is a striking example of 18th-century portraiture, highlighting the artistic and cultural influence of the period.