Gezicht op een triomfboog met een tweekoppige adelaar en een portretbuste van Jozef II, Duits keizer, te Frankfurt am Main 1765 - 1799
anonymous
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aged paper
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toned paper
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paper non-digital material
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muted colour palette
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sketch book
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personal sketchbook
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coloured pencil
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square
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
This anonymous watercolor depicts a triumphal arch erected in Frankfurt am Main to honor Joseph II, Holy Roman Emperor. Dated between 1765 and 1799, the work captures the festive atmosphere of the event, with a crowd gathered in the square, while the arch, adorned with a double-headed eagle, serves as a backdrop. The detail of the cityscape and the lively scene offer a glimpse into the visual culture of the 18th century, highlighting the importance of public celebration and imperial power.
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