Catharina de Grote verkleed als luitenant 1797

"Catharina de Grote verkleed als luitenant," created by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki in 1797, depicts Catherine the Great of Russia in military attire, riding a rearing horse, with two figures following on horseback. This etching, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, is a fine example of 18th-century portraiture and the popular portrayal of powerful women in masculine roles. The artwork's small size, measuring 84mm x 52mm, suggests its intended audience as a personal memento or part of a collection of prints. The detail and clarity of the engraved lines are characteristic of Chodowiecki's style, bringing the historical figure to life in a dramatic, engaging scene.