Camille wordt joviaal door de dorpsbewoners ontvangen aangezien dezen haar waarderen om de goedheid van haar hart en niet haar rijkdom 1787

Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki made this print using etching, a technique that democratized image-making in the 18th century. A metal plate, likely copper, is coated with wax, then the artist scratches through it to expose the metal. Immersed in acid, the exposed lines are bitten, creating grooves that hold ink. The material qualities of the print – its sharp lines and reproducible nature – speak volumes. Etching allowed for detailed narratives to reach a broad audience, reflecting the era's burgeoning print culture. Chodowiecki, a master of this medium, skillfully captured scenes of everyday life and social commentary. The etching process itself is labor-intensive, yet the resulting prints could be produced en masse, fueling discussions and shaping public opinion. By focusing on Camille's reception based on her kindness rather than wealth, Chodowiecki challenges social hierarchies, using the very means of mass production to critique the values of his time. This print reminds us that the materials and methods of art are always intertwined with the social fabric.