Twee huwelijksaanzoeken 1781

"Twee huwelijksaanzoeken" (Two Marriage Proposals) is an etching by German artist Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, dating from 1781. The artwork is part of a series of engravings that depict various social scenes and commentary on the time period. The artwork depicts two separate marriage proposals in a city setting. The two scenes are presented side by side and highlight the contrasting styles and approaches of the two suitors. The artwork is on display at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam and exemplifies Chodowiecki's ability to capture everyday life through detailed and expressive engravings, making it a fascinating glimpse into 18th-century social customs.