Habit of a Dane in 1017

by Thomas Jefferys

Travel back in time to the mid-18th century Nordic setting via this masterfully restored copper plate engraving by Thomas Jefferys, who created the artwork depicting "Habit of a Dane." In the piece, one can appreciate the characteristic shape and sophistication of dress worn in Denmark at the time, a hallmark of the Age of Enlightenment.

As opposed to common portraits from the period, Thomas Jefferys pays tribute to the unique cultural elements of the area, such as the thick fabrics, tailor-made clothing, and the overall refined look that was quintessential to the Scandinavian way of life.