Oliver Cromwell by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki

Oliver Cromwell 1793

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drawing, print, engraving

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portrait

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drawing

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aged paper

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light pencil work

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print

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pencil sketch

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sketch book

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personal sketchbook

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sketchwork

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pen-ink sketch

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pen work

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sketchbook drawing

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pencil work

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history-painting

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academic-art

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engraving

Dimensions: height 90 mm, width 55 mm

Copyright: Rijks Museum: Open Domain

This print, Oliver Cromwell, by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, presents two interior scenes meticulously rendered with fine lines and a keen sense of space. The visual impact lies in the contrast between the architectural containment and the expressive gestures of the figures. In the left scene, the vaulted ceiling and imposing fireplace frame a group of men, one of whom stands isolated, his posture suggesting a moment of contemplation or confrontation. This isolation introduces a psychological element that disrupts the spatial harmony. On the right, another encounter unfolds around a table, highlighting the act of negotiation or agreement. Chodowiecki’s use of line not only defines form but also guides the viewer's eye, creating a narrative flow between the two scenes. Ultimately, the print’s power comes from its ability to evoke a sense of historical drama through formal means. The architectural lines and human forms become signs within a structured space, inviting interpretation beyond the immediate representation of historical events.

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