Franz heeft zelfmoord gepleegd voor de rovers hem konden doden 1782

This etching by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, titled “Franz has committed suicide before the robbers could kill him”, depicts a dramatic scene. It is a poignant representation of a man who, facing an imminent threat, chooses to take his own life to avoid a more painful fate. Created in 1782, the artwork showcases Chodowiecki’s mastery of detail and his ability to capture the raw emotions of the moment. The scene, rendered in shades of gray, emphasizes the somber mood and the tragic events that unfolded. This artwork is housed in the Rijksmuseum and is a significant example of 18th-century European printmaking.