Februari 1777

"Februari" is an etching by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, created in 1777. This satirical print depicts a masked figure being confronted by a woman, who reveals his true identity. Chodowiecki's work often criticized social hypocrisy and the folly of human nature. The artist's skill in depicting everyday scenes with detailed realism and sharp wit is evident in this work. "Februari" provides a glimpse into 18th-century social customs and the interplay between appearances and reality.