Eduard von Gebhardt
1838–1925 · Baltic German · 10 artworks
RealismRomanticismDetailed realismHistorical accuracyDramatic lightingEmotional expressivenessBiblical narratives
artist bio
Eduard von Gebhardt was a Baltic German painter known for his realistic and often religiously themed works. He is considered one of the most important representatives of realistic religious painting in the 19th century, emphasizing historical accuracy and emotional depth.
what you'll learn
Studying Gebhardt's work allows students to explore the intersection of realism and religious themes, focusing on accurate depiction of historical settings and emotional expression through portraiture and narrative scenes. Students can learn about composition, lighting, and the use of color to convey mood and meaning.
related: Wilhelm Leibl, Gustave Courbet, Jean-Francois Millet
10 artworks
MÄNNLICHER CHARAKTERKOPF
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Let the Little Children Come Unto Me
1908
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Portrait of an Old Man
1913
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The Raising of Lazarus
1896
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Estonian peasant
1867
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Lazarus and the Rich Man
1865
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Portrait of a Bearded Man (Head of an Apostle?)
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CHRISTUS UND DIE JÃœNGER VON EMMAUS
1914
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Portrait Of A Man
1911
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Man Reading
1922
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