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Triumphal Arch for Friedrich IV

Triumphal Arch for Friedrich IV is an ink print by the Baroque artist Christian Engelbrecht. It dates from 1725 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:upper center in image: Saeculum VII / Imperiit Romano Germanici / Frederici IV Pacifici / Clementia Austriaca / Triumphans; lower left in plate: Petr. Schubart von Ehrenberg inv. & del.; lower right in plate: J. A. Pfeffel C. Engelbrecht fec.
About this work
Overview
Triumphal Arch for Friedrich IV is a print created by Christian Engelbrecht in 1725, combining etching and engraving techniques on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a grandiose triumphal arch adorned with carvings, statues, and ornate details, framing a distant landscape. The arch is topped by a crowned figure with a palm branch, surrounded by smaller figures and columns, conveying a sense of celebration and honor.
Technique & Style
The print showcases intricate details, such as cherubs and twisted columns, achieved through the use of etching and engraving. The level of detail and ornateness reflects the artist's skill and attention to design.
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