Voorbeelden van mannelijke zelfstandige naamwoorden in het Latijn (masculina) 1779

Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, a prominent figure of the Enlightenment era, created this print titled 'Examples of masculine nouns in Latin' using etching techniques. The artwork functions as a visual aid for learning Latin, categorizing nouns through a series of images. Born in Danzig, now Gdańsk, Chodowiecki straddled Polish, German, and French cultural spheres, reflecting the complex identities of the time. His art often mirrored the Enlightenment's focus on education and reason, but also engaged with the social realities around him. This piece, intended for educational purposes, intersects with gender norms by associating certain nouns with masculinity. Think about the implications of gendering language and knowledge. Each image opens up a discussion about societal roles and expectations attributed to men. The act of learning itself was often gendered, influencing who had access to education and knowledge. This print provides a glimpse into the ways in which language and learning were structured by gender during the Enlightenment, subtly shaping our understanding of the world.