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Henry, Susanne: Porträt Daniel Chodowiecki

Henry, Susanne: Porträt Daniel Chodowiecki, by Unknown, 1795
Henry, Susanne: Porträt Daniel Chodowiecki, by Unknown, 1795

Henry, Susanne: Porträt Daniel Chodowiecki is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1795 and is held in the collection of the City Museum Berlin. This portrait drawing depicts Daniel Chodowiecki, a painter and engraver, in his later years.

About this work

Overview

This portrait drawing depicts Daniel Chodowiecki, a painter and engraver, in his later years. The work is a half-figure representation, showing Chodowiecki seated and holding a board with papers.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is Daniel Chodowiecki, an artist known for his work in various mediums. The drawing conveys a sense of his identity and profession through his direct gaze and the materials he holds, highlighting his role as a creator.

Technique & Style

The drawing employs the technique of cross-hatching, a method used to create shading and texture through layered lines. This technique is characteristic of the style used in the portrait, contributing to its detailed and nuanced representation of the subject.

History & Provenance

The portrait was acquired by the Märkische Museum in 1936 from a private owner in Insterburg. It is documented in the catalog of the Berlin Museum's paintings, specifically in the Märkisches Museum's collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

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