Gevangene en cipier 1779

This etching by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, created in 1779, is a poignant portrayal of a prisoner and his warden. The artwork, titled "Gevangene en cipier" ("Prisoner and Warden"), depicts a man in rags, kneeling on the floor of a cell while a warden stands in the doorway, seemingly indifferent to the prisoner's plight. This intimate scene evokes a sense of isolation and the stark realities of imprisonment, capturing a powerful moment in human experience. The detailed depiction of the cell, complete with a small window, adds to the emotional impact of the work.