Unklug (Unwise) 1797

"Unklug" (Unwise) is a series of three engravings by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, created in 1797. The etchings depict scenes of everyday life in the 18th century, focusing on the folly and folly of human nature. Each scene is framed by a landscape setting, highlighting the contrast between the beauty of nature and the foolishness of the characters. Chodowiecki’s work is known for its detailed depiction of everyday life and its subtle social commentary. This series, like many of Chodowiecki’s pieces, exemplifies the genre of *genre painting*, the artistic representation of everyday life.