Portret van Friedrich I 19th century

L. Haas created this portrait of Friedrich I, using etching techniques. The portrait captures Friedrich in a regal posture, seated on an ornate chair against a backdrop of draped fabric emblazoned with heraldic symbols. During the time in which this portrait was made, powerful individuals, such as Friedrich, were often depicted through a lens of idealized power and authority. Clothing, pose and setting played a key role in how identities were constructed, negotiated and maintained. Friedrich’s elaborate wig, formal attire, and the symbols of power surrounding him, speak to the visual language used to convey status and legitimacy in the European courts. However, it also speaks to the emotional and personal dimensions of identity during the time it was made. In what ways can portraiture capture the multifaceted nature of identity, reflecting not just outward appearances but also inner complexities?