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Title Page for Wiesiger's Poems, 1792. Creator: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
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Title Page for Wiesiger's Poems, 1792. Creator: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
Title Page for Wiesiger's Poems, 1792
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This title page for Johann Christian Friedrich Höhne Wiesiger's "Poems" was created by the renowned German artist Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki in 1792. The image, etched in black and white, is a fascinating glimpse into the literary and artistic culture of the late 18th century, both in Europe and the emerging United States. The title page depicts a scene of a man and a woman, each holding a book, standing before a signpost that points to America. The man, dressed in the fashion of the time, gazes intently at the map, while the woman, with a curious expression, looks towards the horizon. Two children, one boy and one girl, play at their feet, adding a touch of innocence and wonder to the scene. The title "Poems" is written in elegant script at the top of the page, with the author's name, "J.C.F. Wiesiger," below. Chodowiecki's intricate etching technique is on full display in the detailed depiction of the figures and the ornate border around the title. This title page is a valuable artifact of the literary and artistic heritage of the 18th century, offering a glimpse into the world of poetry and the burgeoning interest in the New World. Today, it is preserved and exhibited at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, a testament to the enduring significance of this work in the history of art and literature.
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