beminnelijkheid 1784

"Beminnelijkheid" (Affection), created in 1784 by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, is an etching depicting two figures, most likely a couple. This work is a fine example of the artist’s detailed style, where the figures are rendered with realistic features. The couple is shown in an idyllic setting, conveying a sense of love and tenderness. This intimate scene was likely popular with audiences of the time, reflecting the importance of sentimentality in 18th-century art. The etching is part of the Rijksmuseum’s collection and measures 60 mm by 30 mm, highlighting the importance of detail in Chodowiecki's work.