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A giclée print on 200gsm matte fine art paper, using a twelve-colour process for accurate, fade-resistant colour. Supplied unframed, delivered flat or rolled.
Portrait of Wilhelmina of Prussia - Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
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$29.00 USD
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Description
A refined eighteenth-century etching by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, depicting Wilhelmina of Prussia within a decorative, floral-adorned frame.
This fine etching by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki depicts Wilhelmina of Prussia, a figure of significant European royal lineage. Chodowiecki, a prolific printmaker based in Berlin, gained recognition for his technical precision and his ability to capture the refined aesthetics of the eighteenth century. This work exemplifies the period's preference for balanced, ornamental portraiture, where the subject is presented within a structured, decorative frame.
The composition centres on an oval portrait of the princess, who is adorned with floral elements in her hair and across her bodice. The surrounding frame is rendered with meticulous attention to detail, featuring a heavy garland of flowers at the top and a formalised border. Below the portrait, a tablet bears the inscription 'FREDERIQUE SOPHIE WILHELMINE PRINCESSE DE PRUSSE', identifying the sitter with clarity. The use of stipple and line engraving techniques allows for subtle gradations of tone, providing a sense of volume to the facial features and the soft textures of the fabric.
Chodowiecki was a master of the small-scale print, often producing illustrations for books and almanacs. His work reflects the Enlightenment interest in clarity and order, while simultaneously embracing the decorative flourishes common to the Rococo style. The print demonstrates his command over the copper plate, where every mark contributes to the overall harmony of the piece. The inclusion of ribbons and botanical motifs serves to elevate the portrait, framing the sitter in a manner consistent with the aristocratic portraiture of the era. This print offers a glimpse into the visual culture of the Prussian court, preserved through the disciplined hand of one of the most active printmakers of his generation.
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Each print is produced to order using 12-colour giclée printing on FSC-certified archival paper. Designed in Britain and printed at your nearest production hub to reduce waste and speed up delivery.
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Specific Features
Every Solis piece is made to order with archival, gallery-quality materials built to last.
- Museum-grade giclée printing for rich, fade-resistant colour
- Archival matte fine-art paper, FSC-certified
- Multiple sizes and framing options available
- Frames in black, natural wood, dark wood or white
- Framed prints arrive ready to hang
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- Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth
- Avoid prolonged direct sunlight
- Never use liquid cleaners on the print or canvas surface
- Keep in a dry, room-temperature space
- Handle prints with clean, dry hands
Materials & Sizing
Museum-grade giclée on FSC-certified archival matte paper, with framed and canvas options.
- Paper sizes: A4, A3, A2, A1, A0 and B2 (50×70 cm)
- Canvas: XS (20×30 cm) to Large (60×90 cm)
- Frames: black, natural wood, dark wood or white
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Portrait of Wilhelmina of Prussia - Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
Regular price
From $29.00 USD
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From $29.00 USD
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Fine Art Poster / A4 (21x29.7 cm) / -
Artist Biography
Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki transitioned from a career in the Berlin grain trade to become a leading figure in European printmaking. He eventually rose to the position of director at the Berlin Academy of Arts. Although he spent most of his life in Prussia, he maintained a strong connection to his Polish identity. He documented his travels back to Danzig through detailed sketches that recorded the local customs of the time.
His artistic approach focused on the daily lives of the middle classes. He modified the aristocratic French style of fêtes galantes to suit a modest, domestic sensibility. His etchings for literary works like Voltaire's Candide and Le Sage's Gil Blas brought visual form to Enlightenment philosophy. These prints avoided the excesses of the Rococo period in favour of a restrained Neoclassical clarity.
Collectors today appreciate the scale and historical accuracy of these works. These prints were designed for personal study rather than public display. They provide a factual record of eighteenth-century fashion and domestic interiors. Pieces such as Mother and Child or The Teacher offer a direct look at the private world of the past.
His artistic approach focused on the daily lives of the middle classes. He modified the aristocratic French style of fêtes galantes to suit a modest, domestic sensibility. His etchings for literary works like Voltaire's Candide and Le Sage's Gil Blas brought visual form to Enlightenment philosophy. These prints avoided the excesses of the Rococo period in favour of a restrained Neoclassical clarity.
Collectors today appreciate the scale and historical accuracy of these works. These prints were designed for personal study rather than public display. They provide a factual record of eighteenth-century fashion and domestic interiors. Pieces such as Mother and Child or The Teacher offer a direct look at the private world of the past.
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The same fine art print in a solid wood frame with UV-protective acrylic glaze and rigid backing. Five frame colours. Arrives ready to hang.
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