Georgios Jakobides
1853–1932 · Greek · 21 artworks
RealismImpressionismMunich SchoolRealistic depiction of figuresUse of light and shadowGenre paintingImpressionistic brushstrokesEmphasis on domestic scenes
artist bio
Georgios Jakobides was a Greek artist known for his Realist and Impressionist paintings, particularly his depictions of children and domestic scenes. He played a significant role in establishing the Munich School of Greek art and contributed to the development of modern Greek painting.
what you'll learn
Studying Jakobides' work allows students to explore the transition from Realism to Impressionism and observe how light and color are used to capture everyday life. Students can also analyze his compositions and the emotional depth he brings to his subjects.
related: Nikolaos Gyzis, Konstantinos Volanakis
21 artworks
The Flower Seller
1900
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Boy Smoking
1900
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Reversal of Roles
1892
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Portrait of Young Girl
1902
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Potrait of Vassilakis Melas
1885
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Girl Reading
1882
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The Artist's Wife with Their Son
1895
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Platter with Seashells, Roses, Pearls and Earrings
1920
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Child with Cart
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The Smoker
1886
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Farmhouse in Bavaria
1884
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Grandma's Favourite
1893
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Grassy Field
1890
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Children's concert
1900
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Fragment from the "Children's Concert"
1899
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At The Studio
1884
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First Steps
1892
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The Toilette
1893
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Nikolaos Politis, Student in Munich
1880
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Peek-a-boo
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Old Lady with Scar on her Cheek
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