Portrait of Nicolai Henrik Tuxen (1785-1844), originally painted in 1848 by G. Salomon. The photo above shows a copy painted by Julius Theodor Tuxen (1820-83), son of N.H. Tuxen. Private collection. Private photo.
Nicolai Henrik Tuxen was a naval officer ending with the rank of captain. He participated in the wars against England 1801-14, partly as second in command under his elder brother Peder Mandrup Tuxen.
Nicolai Henrik Tuxen married in 1810 to Ane Kristine Fogtmann (1788-1858) of whom there is also a painting.
INQUIRY: The copy painted by Julius Theodor Tuxen is in a private collection. If you happen to know anything about the original painting by G. Salomon, please contact me.
