August Kopisch
German poet and painter of the 19th century
Born
May 26th, 1799
226 years ago
Died
1853
172 years ago — 54 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Germany
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Born in Germany, a prominent poet and painter emerged during the 19th century. The artistic journey began with a focus on Romantic poetry, which gained attention for its vivid imagery and emotional depth. The most recognized work includes the poem "Der Stein" that celebrated the beauty of nature and memory. In addition to poetry, contributions to the arts included notable paintings, with a particular focus on landscape themes that reflected the German Romantic movement. Besides literary achievements, engagement in the artistic community led to important collaborations with other contemporary artists.
Authored the poem 'Der Stein'
Produced notable landscape paintings
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