Zes voorstellingen uit de oudere, middelste en nieuwere geschiedenis 1790

"Zes voorstellingen uit de oudere, middelste en nieuwere geschiedenis" (Six Representations from Ancient, Middle, and Recent History) is a six-part etching by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki from 1790. The piece depicts scenes from various periods of history, capturing the essence of each era through distinct visual cues. The etching's style is characterized by precise detail and a clear narrative focus, which makes it a captivating example of late 18th-century printmaking, often used to educate and entertain a broad audience. The artwork, now housed at the Rijksmuseum, showcases Chodowiecki's mastery of the etching medium and offers a fascinating glimpse into historical representations of the past.