Portret van Maria Theresia, Rooms-Duits keizerin 1740 - 1767

This etching, "Portret van Maria Theresia, Rooms-Duits keizerin" (Portrait of Maria Theresa, Holy Roman Empress), created by Johann Elias Ridinger between 1740 and 1767, depicts Maria Theresa, the Habsburg empress, on horseback. The image is a fine example of the detailed, realistic style for which Ridinger was known. This print was part of a larger series dedicated to the Holy Roman Empress, highlighting her power and authority within the empire. The use of a detailed and elaborate etching technique further emphasizes the powerful and commanding nature of the empress. The image is held at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.