Parochialstrasse in Berlin

Eduard Gaertner

Created:
Movement:
1831
Realism
key Notes:
Architectural precision, Urban realism
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Dimensions:
16 x 11 in. (40.6 x 27.9 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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Parochialstrasse in Berlin by Eduard Gaertner

Parochialstrasse in Berlin, painted by Eduard Gaertner in 1831, is an exemplary work of urban landscape art, executed in oil on canvas. Gaertner, a prominent German painter, is renowned for his meticulous attention to architectural detail and his ability to capture the essence of Berlin during the 19th century. This painting is significant for its precise depiction of Berlin's streetscape, reflecting the city's architectural and cultural milieu of the time. Gaertner's work is often celebrated for its contribution to the Biedermeier period, characterized by a focus on realism and domesticity. His paintings serve as valuable historical documents, offering insights into the urban development and daily life of Berlin during his era. Gaertner's legacy is marked by his influence on the genre of cityscape painting, inspiring future generations of artists to explore urban environments with similar precision and depth.

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Parochialstrasse in Berlin by Eduard Gaertner

Eduard Gaertner's "Parochialstrasse in Berlin," painted in 1831, is an oil on canvas work that exemplifies the precision and detail characteristic of 19th-century German Romanticism. The painting captures a serene urban scene in Berlin, showcasing Gaertner's meticulous attention to architectural detail and atmospheric perspective.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Parochialstrasse in Berlin