Dansend paar 1778

"Dansend paar" (Dancing Couple), a 1778 etching by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, depicts a couple dancing at a formal gathering. The man is in mid-step, his foot extended, while the woman, adorned in a voluminous gown and elaborate hairpiece, holds her skirt high. The couple is surrounded by other figures, suggesting a lively social scene. This work, now in the Rijksmuseum, is an example of Chodowiecki's signature style, known for its detailed portrayal of everyday life and social satire, captured in this small-scale print.