Bethrothal 1793

"Bethrothal," a 1793 engraving by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, depicts a scene of a betrothal ceremony taking place in a tranquil outdoor setting. The three figures are shown standing near a bench, with the man kneeling to ask for the hand of the woman in marriage. The woman's mother stands nearby, signifying her blessing and approval. The work is an example of Chodowiecki's delicate and detailed style, characteristic of the Rococo era. This engraving was likely part of a larger series illustrating the "Course of Life" which Chodowiecki published in 1793.