Wensbrief met Alexander de Grote die Diogenes in de ton bezoekt 1833

"Wensbrief met Alexander de Grote die Diogenes in de ton bezoekt" (1833) by Leonardus Schweickhardt depicts a scene from Greek antiquity: Alexander the Great visiting Diogenes, a Cynic philosopher who lived in a barrel, and the artist adds the element of an ornate, decorative letter in the background. This print exemplifies Schweickhardt's interest in historical subjects and his ability to blend illustrative storytelling with a refined aesthetic. The work was likely part of a series of prints that featured notable figures and historical events.