Portræt af en maler (Selvportræt) 1776

"Portræt af en maler (Selvportræt)" is a self-portrait of Danish artist Erik Pauelsen, drawn in 1776 in pencil on paper. The work, located in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts the artist in profile, holding a palette and brushes in his right hand. The loose, sketchy lines of the drawing create a sense of spontaneity and intimacy, typical of the Neoclassical style that was emerging in Europe at the time. Pauelsen, known for his portraits and genre scenes, was a member of the Danish Royal Academy of Arts, and his self-portrait is a testament to his talent and passion for art.