Carl Spitzweg

Germany 1808-1885
Johann Carl Spitzweg, recognized primarily by his artistic name Carl Spitzweg, was a German Romantic painter and poet whose contributions to the 19th-century art scene are marked by their whimsical charm, satire, and detailed observation of human eccentricities. Born on February 5, 1808, in Unterpfaffenhofen, Bavaria, and passing away on September 23, 1885, in Munich, he crafted an oeuvre that is deeply embedded in the cultural fabric of Germany. Spitzweg's journey as an artist began later in life, after pursuing studies in pharmacy and inheriting a substantial sum following his father's death. Initially self-taught, he later honed his skills under the tutelage of various artists such as Joseph Schlotthauer and Friedrich Wilhelm von Diez, developing a unique style that blended elements of genre painting with romanticism. Renowned for his meticulously detailed renderings of everyday scenes, Spitzweg created a world of characters often set amidst quaint, idyllic landscapes or interiors. His subjects included bookworms, collectors, alchemists, and other archetypes that embodied both humor and critique of society's norms. Among his most celebrated works are "The Bookworm" (Der Bücherwurm), which portrays an avid reader tucked away in a tower of books, and "The Poor Poet," depicting a penniless but content writer surrounded by his manuscripts. His paintings are characterized by a delicate palette, precise composition, and an air of gentle irony, capturing the essence of middle-class existence during the Biedermeier period. Despite the apparent simplicity of his narratives, Spitzweg's works resonate with layers of meaning, offering insight into the complexities of human nature and the societal context of his time. Throughout his career, Spitzweg maintained a prolific output, producing over 1,000 oil paintings and numerous watercolors and drawings. His influence extends beyond his lifetime, with his works now housed in several major museums across Europe, including the Alte Nationalgalerie in Berlin and the Neue Pinakothek in Munich. Carl Spitzweg's legacy endures as one of the foremost chroniclers of the intimate and the peculiar in the Victorian era, leaving behind a body of work that continues to delight and provoke thought among viewers today.

Collection of Works(Page 1)

Alter Mann auf einer Bank,Carl Spitzweg,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, tree, solo, sitting, outdoors, 1boy, chair
Alter Mann auf einer Bank
Painter: Carl Spitzweg
Resolution: 1884 × 3640 px
Berglandschaft mit Sennerin und Kind,Carl Spitzweg,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, scenery, outdoors, tree, castle
Berglandschaft mit Sennerin und Kind
Painter: Carl Spitzweg
Resolution: 3964 × 2089 px
Der arme Poet,Carl Spitzweg,Sketch,Sketch, 1boy, male focus, glasses, monochrome, solo, traditional media
Der arme Poet
Painter: Carl Spitzweg
Resolution: 4607 × 4102 px
Der Hexenmeister (The Sorcerer),Carl Spitzweg,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, tree, outdoors, cloud, sky, scenery
Der Hexenmeister (The Sorcerer)
Painter: Carl Spitzweg
Resolution: 2850 × 5120 px
Am Sonntagmorgen,Carl Spitzweg,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, solo, 1girl, plant, long hair, standing, holding
Am Sonntagmorgen
Painter: Carl Spitzweg
Resolution: 2864 × 4240 px
Blick ins Tal (Zwei Mädchen auf einer Alpe),Carl Spitzweg,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, outdoors, day, scenery
Blick ins Tal (Zwei Mädchen auf einer Alpe)
Painter: Carl Spitzweg
Resolution: 5407 × 3210 px
Der Arme Poet,Carl Spitzweg,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, male focus, solo, 1boy, umbrella, book, pillow, old
Der Arme Poet
Painter: Carl Spitzweg
Resolution: 4000 × 3044 px
Der Maler,Carl Spitzweg,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, multiple boys, painting (object), sitting, indoors
Der Maler
Painter: Carl Spitzweg
Resolution: 2297 × 2986 px
Baumstudie,Carl Spitzweg,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, no humans, tree, outdoors, sky, scenery, grass
Baumstudie
Painter: Carl Spitzweg
Resolution: 4032 × 4482 px
Bub und Mädchen im Kornfeld,Carl Spitzweg,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, multiple boys, 2boys, male focus
Bub und Mädchen im Kornfeld
Painter: Carl Spitzweg
Resolution: 3093 × 3655 px
Der Hagestolz,Carl Spitzweg,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, outdoors, hat, tree, sky, multiple boys
Der Hagestolz
Painter: Carl Spitzweg
Resolution: 3508 × 2695 px
Der Platzkommandant,Carl Spitzweg,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, hat, multiple boys, 2boys, male focus, bag
Der Platzkommandant
Painter: Carl Spitzweg
Resolution: 3959 × 4480 px