Kongelig Berider 1805 - 1808

"Kongelig Berider" (Royal Rider), an 1805-1808 watercolor by Gerhard Ludvig Lahde, depicts a rider in full regalia, showcasing the attire of a royal rider in Copenhagen. The detailed illustration, now housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, captures the intricate details of the uniform and the rider's stance, reflecting the elegant fashion of the early 19th century. The artwork's inscription, "fano hes Lahde, bothergaden 125," suggests it was commissioned for a specific purpose and serves as a historical record of fashion and social customs of the time.