Gertrude aan het sterfbed van Catharina 1782

"Gertrude aan het sterfbed van Catharina", created by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki in 1782, is a poignant etching depicting the death of Catharina, a young woman, surrounded by family and friends. The scene, set within a modest, dimly lit room, emphasizes the intimacy and sorrow surrounding her passing. The artist masterfully captures the grief and sorrow of the mourners, revealing the universal emotions associated with loss. The etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Chodowiecki's skill in conveying profound emotional themes through detailed yet delicate lines, characteristic of his style.