Drie scènes uit Hermes' Sophiens Reise 1777

"Drie scènes uit Hermes' Sophiens Reise" (1777) by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki is a three-part etching that depicts scenes from the novel "Sophiens Reise" by Christian Felix Weisse. The work is part of a larger series of etchings illustrating the book, which was a popular German novel of the time. The etching showcases Chodowiecki's masterful skill in rendering scenes of everyday life with a sense of humor and social commentary. The three scenes, which are arranged in a row, depict different moments in the journey of the protagonist Sophia, highlighting themes of love, social status, and the complexities of human relationships.