Richard III vågner af sit mareridt i sit telt i Bosworth
Nicolai Abildgaard
KMS3928
About this artwork
Nicolai Abildgaard's "Richard III vågner af sit mareridt i sit telt i Bosworth" (Richard III Awakens from His Nightmare in His Tent at Bosworth), produced between 1783 and 1787, is an oil painting on canvas that captures a dramatic moment from Shakespeare's play "Richard III." The work depicts the titular character in a state of distress, reclining on a bed with disheveled bedding, as he appears to awaken from a tormenting dream. His attire includes a blue tunic and green shorts, complemented by red accents. The dim lighting and shadowy background emphasize his troubled expression and physical posture, conveying a sense of tension and foreboding. Abildgaard's exploration of the sublime and dramatic elements in this piece reflects his interest in both historical narrative and emotional intensity, making it significant within the context of Danish neoclassical art.
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