Schilder in zijn atelier 1769

"Schilder in zijn atelier" (Painter in his studio), created in 1769 by Michael Hartwagner, is a small etching (227mm x 153mm) depicting a painter in his studio. The artwork is a genre scene, and the artist himself might be the subject of this composition, as he is seen seated in a relaxed posture, holding a palette in his hand. The image depicts a typical artist's studio with the painter surrounded by the tools of his trade, including an easel, a model, brushes and paints. This etching exemplifies the everyday life of an artist, and the dedication and passion he poured into his craft. The text accompanying the image is written in Latin and celebrates the artist's talent and the work he created.