Albrecht I wordt door zijn neef vermoord 1800
danielnikolauschodowiecki
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pencil drawn
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light pencil work
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photo restoration
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expressing emotion
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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pencil drawing
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ink colored
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pencil work
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remaining negative space
"Albrecht I wordt door zijn neef vermoord" (Albrecht I is murdered by his nephew), an 1800 etching by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, depicts the assassination of Albrecht I, Holy Roman Emperor, by his nephew, John, Duke of Swabia. The artwork captures the dramatic moment of the murder, with Albrecht depicted on horseback, being stabbed by John. This etching is part of a series of historical prints by Chodowiecki, showcasing his detailed and expressive style. The work, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the turbulent history of the Holy Roman Empire and is a testament to Chodowiecki's skill as an artist and historian.
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