Fine Art Poster
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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.
Twaalf koppen van mannen - Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
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£28.00 GBP
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£28.00 GBP
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Beschreibung
A detailed etching by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki featuring twelve distinct male profiles, showcasing the artist's mastery of physiognomy and line work.
This etching by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki presents a systematic study of twelve male profiles, arranged in a grid within a single frame. Chodowiecki, a prolific printmaker based in Berlin, often produced works that functioned as visual catalogues of human physiognomy, fashion, and social types during the late eighteenth century. Each figure is rendered in profile, a convention that allows for the clear observation of facial features, hairstyles, and period-specific headwear.
The subjects display a variety of social standings and ages, ranging from younger men with natural hair to older figures wearing elaborate powdered wigs. The artist employs a precise, controlled line to define the contours of the faces and the texture of the clothing. By isolating these heads, Chodowiecki focuses the viewer on the subtle differences in expression and bone structure. The work reflects the Enlightenment interest in classification and the observation of human variety. The numbered arrangement suggests this print may have served as a reference sheet for artists or as an illustrative plate for a larger publication.
Chodowiecki was highly regarded for his ability to capture the nuances of daily life and character in small-scale prints. His technical skill with the etching needle is evident in the delicate hatching used to create shadow and volume. The composition is orderly and functional, typical of his approach to graphic design. This print offers a glimpse into the aesthetic standards of the period, where the profile view was a standard method for documenting individual identity. The paper shows signs of age, consistent with its historical origin, providing an authentic texture to the fine lines of the original plate.
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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
Care & Cleaning
To keep your artwork looking its best:
- 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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Twaalf koppen van mannen - Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
Regulärer Preis
Ab £28.00 GBP
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Ab £28.00 GBP
Regulärer Preis
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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Fine Art Framed
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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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