German KunstbetrachterAdolph von Menzel · 1847

  • Painting mediumOil On Canvas
  • Medium typeWallArt
  • Art movementRealism
  • Creation date1847
  • Art period19th Century
  • Dimensions30.0 x 17.0 cm
  • MuseumCollection Georg Schäfer

Adolph von Menzel (1815 – 1905)

Adolph von Menzel (1815-1905) was a leading German Realist painter, celebrated for his detailed depictions of 19th-century life & industrial scenes. Discover his masterpieces and influence on artists like Degas.

Collection Georg Schäfer (Schweinfurt, Germany)

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About this artwork

  • Title: German Kunstbetrachter
  • Artist: Adolph von Menzel
  • Year: 1847
  • Original dimensions: 30.0 x 17.0 cm
  • Format: Tall
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Collection Georg Schäfer
  • Movement: Realism
  • Creative period: Mature Period
  • Corpus context: 19th century society, urban observation

Quick Facts

  • Medium: Oil on canvas
  • Artistic style: Realistic with impressionistic touch
  • Dimensions: 30 x 17 cm
  • Movement: Realism
  • Year: 1847
  • Subject or theme: Two men observing outdoors

Questions & Answers

When was "German Kunstbetrachter" created, and to which movement does it belong?

"German Kunstbetrachter" was made in 1847, within the Realism movement.

Which palette and lead color define "German Kunstbetrachter"?

The color identity of "German Kunstbetrachter" by Adolph von Menzel: an earthy palette, dominated by phthalo green (#261617).

When was "German Kunstbetrachter" made?

The creation of "German Kunstbetrachter" by Adolph von Menzel is dated 1847.

How old was Adolph von Menzel when creating "German Kunstbetrachter" in 1847?

Adolph von Menzel made "German Kunstbetrachter" at the age of 32. The artist was born in 1815 and the work is dated 1847.

What does the 1847 date of "German Kunstbetrachter" correspond to in Adolph von Menzel's career?

"German Kunstbetrachter", created in 1847, belongs to the Mature Period of Adolph von Menzel's career.

Can "German Kunstbetrachter" by Adolph von Menzel, held at the Collection Georg Schäfer, be legally reproduced?

The copyright status of "German Kunstbetrachter" by Adolph von Menzel is clear: the work is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Its presence at the Collection Georg Schäfer does not change that status.

Who is the artist behind "German Kunstbetrachter"?

"German Kunstbetrachter" is attributed to Adolph von Menzel.

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