Twee voorstellingen uit de geschiedenis van Catharina de Grote 1797

This etching by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki depicts two scenes from the life of Catherine the Great, Empress of Russia. Completed in 1797, the artwork is a pair of engravings that present a visual narrative of key moments in Catherine's reign. The left panel shows Catherine watching a procession of people, while the right panel illustrates a scene of her visit to the tomb of Peter the Great, a key figure in Russian history. These etchings offer insights into the life and legacy of Catherine the Great, a powerful ruler who left an indelible mark on Russian history.