Leopold verdrinkt tijdens zijn reddingsmissie 1793

This pair of engravings, "Leopold verdrinkt tijdens zijn reddingsmissie" (Leopold drowns during his rescue mission), was created in 1793 by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, a prominent German artist of the 18th century. The work depicts a dramatic scene of a rescue attempt gone wrong, with the left engraving showing a boat capsizing and the right engraving depicting the aftermath. Chodowiecki's detailed style and use of light and shadow create a sense of realism and tension in this poignant portrayal of tragedy and loss. This artwork is housed in the Rijksmuseum, a renowned Dutch art museum, and exemplifies Chodowiecki's mastery of the engraving medium.