Daniel Nikolaus 1726 1801 Collection

Suvorov before Praga, a suburb of Warsaw, 1797. Creator: Chodowiecki, Daniel Nikolaus (1726-1801)
Suvorov before Praga, a suburb of Warsaw, 1797. Private Collection

Christoph Friedrich Nicolai (1733-1811), 1780. Creator: Chodowiecki, Daniel Nikolaus (1726-1801)
Christoph Friedrich Nicolai (1733-1811), 1780. Private Collection

Wilhelm Tell, 1781. Creator: Chodowiecki, Daniel Nikolaus (1726-1801)
Wilhelm Tell, 1781. Private Collection

Frederick II of Prussia, 1785. Artist: Chodowiecki, Daniel Nikolaus (1726-1801)
Frederick II of Prussia, 1785. From a private collection

Running the gauntlet. Illustration from Elementartwerk by J. B. Basedow, 1774
Running the gauntlet. Illustration from Elementartwerk by J.B. Basedow, 1774. Found in the collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Johann Bernhard Basedow (1724-1790), 1773. Artist: Chodowiecki, Daniel Nikolaus (1726-1801)
Johann Bernhard Basedow (1724-1790), 1773. Found in the collection of State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

The Battle of Cahul, 1770. Artist: Chodowiecki, Daniel Nikolaus (1726-1801)
The Battle of Cahul, 1770. From a private collection

Frederick II of Prussia, c. 1785. Artist: Chodowiecki, Daniel Nikolaus (1726-1801)
Frederick II of Prussia, c. 1785. Found in the collection of the Muzeum Narodowe, Warsaw

Poet Ewald von Kleist at the battle of Kunersdorf, on August 12, 1759, ca 1759. From a private collection

Prince Alexander Mikhaylovich Golitsyn at the Siege of the Khotyn Fortress 1769, 1769. From a private collection

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Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki (1726-1801) was a renowned German artist who left an indelible mark on the world of art during the 18th century. Born in Gdansk, Poland, Chodowiecki's talent and passion for artistic expression propelled him to great heights. One of his notable works is a portrait of Christoph Friedrich Nicolai, created in 1780. This masterpiece showcases Chodowiecki's ability to capture the essence and personality of his subjects with remarkable precision. In another iconic piece titled "Wilhelm Tell, " completed in 1781, Chodowiecki brings to life the legendary Swiss folk hero with incredible attention to detail. The painting exudes a sense of bravery and determination that resonates with viewers even today. Chodowiecki also depicted historical figures such as Frederick II of Prussia multiple times throughout his career. One such portrayal from 1785 showcases the king's regal presence and commanding aura, highlighting Chodowiecki's mastery over capturing both physical likeness and inner character. The artist didn't limit himself solely to portraits; he also delved into illustrating scenes from literature and history. In one striking illustration from Johann Bernhard Basedow's "Elementartwerk" published in 1774, titled "Running the gauntlet, " Chodowiecki vividly depicts this brutal punishment method used during military discipline. Another captivating artwork by Chodowiecki portrays Prince Alexander Mikhaylovich Golitsyn at the Siege of Khotyn Fortress in 1769. This piece demonstrates his ability to convey intense emotions through intricate details and dynamic composition. Chodowiecki had a close association with prominent literary figures as well. His portrait of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe captures not only Goethe's physical features but also hints at his profound intellect and creative spirit. Throughout his prolific career, Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki showcased immense versatility and artistic brilliance.