Franz von Lenbach
German painter and academic
Born
December 13th, 1836
188 years ago
Died
1904
121 years ago — 68 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Germany
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A prominent German painter and academic, recognized for contributing significantly to portraiture. Studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Munich and influenced by the classical tradition and contemporary movements. His notable works include portraits of notable figures such as Otto von Bismarck, as well as his landscape paintings. Established a successful studio in Munich and became a member of the Bavarian Academy of Fine Arts. Prominent in the art circles of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Painted portraits of Otto von Bismarck
Received the Great Gold Medal in 1883
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