Oude dichter in gesprek met een jonge criticus 1775

"Oude dichter in gesprek met een jonge criticus" (Old Poet in Conversation with a Young Critic) is an etching by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, dated 1775, and currently on display at the Rijksmuseum. The etching depicts a satirical encounter between an older, established poet and a young, critical upstart. The image captures the dynamics of artistic discourse, highlighting the tension between experience and youth, and the often-contrasting perspectives of tradition and innovation. This small work, measuring just 102 mm by 65 mm, offers a glimpse into the world of 18th-century artistic criticism through Chodowiecki's meticulous detail and engaging storytelling.