portrait of Bertel Thorvaldsen

Portrait of Bertel Thorvaldsen, a painting by Christoffer Wilhelm Eckersberg, created in 1814. 



The artwork depicts Bertel Thorvaldsen, seated in a chair, wearing a dark, long coat over a dark jacket and white shirt. He is positioned slightly turned to his right, looking towards the viewer's right. His expression is serious and contemplative. His hair is dark and wavy. 



The background features a bas-relief sculpture depicting a classical scene with figures and horses, set against a muted green drape. The chair is a simple wooden design. The overall color palette is subdued, with dark blues, greens, and browns dominating. The painting is highly realistic in style, with attention to detail in the subject's clothing, features, and the background elements. The painting's dimensions are 0.743 meters wide and 0.907 meters high. It is housed in The Royal Academy of Fine Arts, The Academy Council.