Portret van Elisabeth, prinses van het Verenigd Koninkrijk, Ierland en Hannover 1778

This is a portrait of Elisabeth, Princess of the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Hanover, created in 1778 by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki. The engraving, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts the princess in profile within a circular frame adorned with flowers and a ribbon. The inscription below identifies her and her birthdate, May 22, 1770. This piece showcases Chodowiecki's mastery of portraiture and his ability to capture the delicate features of his subject. It is an exquisite example of 18th-century European engraving, demonstrating a detailed and refined style.