The image depicts a group of people in varying poses and outfits. A central figure, possibly a child, is being held up by a man. Those around them are positioned differently, some standing closely. The figures have detailed faces and wear garments resembling classical attire. Shields and banners decorated with symbols are present in the background. Armor and helmets are scattered on the ground. Trees and a group of people in the distance are part of the background.
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The image depicts a group of people in varying poses and outfits. A central figure, possibly a child, is being held up by a man. Those around them are positioned differently, some standing closely. The figures have detailed faces and wear garments resembling classical attire. Shields and banners decorated with symbols are present in the background. Armor and helmets are scattered on the ground. Trees and a group of people in the distance are part of the background.

National Gallery of Art · Print

Ancient Teutons

Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki

Date
1782
Medium
etching
Classification
Print
Accession number
1979.59.2
Credit line
Gift of Dr. Dieter Erich Meyer
Time span
1776 to 1800
Department
CG-E

Subjects and terms

  • German
  • Tree
  • child
  • portrait
  • Weapons
  • Figures
  • Helmet

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