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Unveiling of King Frederik X official portrait

Overview

In September 2026, the Danish monarchy marked the 150th anniversary of the Carlsberg Foundation with the unveiling of King Frederik X’s first official painted portrait as monarch at Frederiksborg Castle.

Commissioned from artist Cathrine Raben Davidsen, the portrait was created over a two-year period. The work depicts the King in formal uniform against an abstract green landscape featuring marguerites (daisies). Davidsen noted that the flowers serve as a tribute to Queen Margrethe II, and the King himself participated in the creative process by painting some of the flowers.

The portrait is noted for blending traditional conventions with modern styles through the use of visible brushstrokes and translucent layers. The unveiling event was attended by Queen Mary of Denmark, who wore a white Toni Maticevski midi dress originally worn in 2014.

Following the unveiling, the portrait has drawn mixed reactions. Some social media observers and commentators have criticized the likeness, with some suggesting the subject resembles Prince Joachim more than the King.

Entities

Cathrine Raben Davidsen · Frederiksborg Castle · King Frederik X · Carlsberg Foundation · Queen Margrethe II

Timeline

  1. 3 days ago

    [CULTURE] 7 sources
    Queen Mary attends Carlsberg Foundation anniversary and portrait unveiling

    Queen Mary of Denmark attended the Carlsberg Foundation’s 150th anniversary and the unveiling of King Frederik X’s first official portrait at Frederiksborg Castle.

  2. 3 days ago

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    King Frederik X unveils first official royal portrait

    King Frederik X of Denmark has unveiled his first official royal portrait by artist Cathrine Raben Davidsen, a work that has drawn both symbolic praise and public criticism regarding its likeness.

  3. 25 days ago

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    King Frederik X to unveil first official portrait at Frederiksborg Castle

    King Frederik X’s first official painted portrait, created by artist Cathrine Raben Davidsen, will be unveiled at Frederiksborg Castle on September 25.

Sources

afamily.vn · bunte.de · europesays.com · gala.de · histoiresroyales.fr · moncloa.com · nordsoeposten.dk · seher.no · tv2east.dk · tv2kosmopol.dk · uob.com.sg · us.hola.com

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