Karikatur af en tykmavet mand, stående i profil til venstre 1743 - 1809

Nicolai Abildgaard's "Karikatur af en tykmavet mand, stående i profil til venstre" is a pen and wash drawing depicting a caricature of a man with a large belly. The artwork is a satirical depiction of a common figure in the 18th century, highlighting the artist's interest in portraying everyday life. The man's exaggerated physique, along with his simple attire and hat, suggest that he is a member of the working class. This drawing, which is now in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst, is a striking example of Abildgaard's skill as a draftsman and his talent for capturing humor and character in his subjects.