Friedrich der Grosse stiftet den Fürstenbund 1793
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"Friedrich der Grosse stiftet den Fürstenbund" (Frederick the Great Establishes the League of Princes), a 1793 engraving by Meno Haas, depicts the Prussian King Frederick II, or Frederick the Great, in a dramatic moment of leadership. The print is held in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst and showcases Frederick II as a figure of power and influence. The composition focuses on Frederick II, adorned with a laurel wreath, as he establishes the League of Princes, a significant political alliance. The print's detailed rendering and dramatic portrayal underscore the importance of this historical event, solidifying Frederick II's legacy as a skillful statesman.
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