Draagkoets 1731 - 1775

This is an etching by Johann Georg Hertel, a German artist active in the 18th century. The etching, titled “Draagkoets," depicts a design for a sedan chair, a mode of transport popular in the 17th and 18th centuries. The intricate details of the chair’s frame, including its scrollwork and floral motifs, reflect the Rococo style. The image is part of a larger series, as evidenced by the number “207,” which indicates that it is the 207th design in the collection. This etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides valuable insight into the artistic trends and design sensibilities of the time.