Carl Thomas Hoppe (1897 - 1981)

Carl Thomas Hoppe (1897 - 1981) - photo 1

Carl Thomas Hoppe

Carl Thomas Hoppe (1897-1981) was a notable South Texas artist, born in San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas, to German immigrant parents, August and Teresa Hoppe. Despite his primary occupation as a salesman for Joske's Department Store in downtown San Antonio from where he retired in the 1970s, Hoppe was recognized for his significant contributions to the art scene, particularly from the early 1900s through the 1960s. His work gained renewed interest and appreciation in the late 20th and early 21st century.

Hoppe was primarily known for his landscapes, characterized by an impressionistic style. He began painting in his youth and later honed his skills under the guidance of José Arpa y Perea. His paintings were exhibited at various notable locations, including the Witte Museum in San Antonio. He was part of a vibrant community of artists and often went on field trips with Julian Onderdonk, a prominent figure in Texas art. Moreover, his association with other leading artists of the state, such as Porfirio Salinas and Robert William Wood, further cemented his place in the Texas art world.

Hoppe's artworks have been featured in several exhibits, including at the River Art Group's River Art Gallery in San Antonio, and in 1997, a special exhibit of his works was held at the Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum in Canyon, Texas.

His signature on his paintings, "C. Hoppe," and the occasional inclusion of a brief descriptive phrase on the back of his paintings or on a paper label, gave a personal touch to his works. Some of his original frames appear to be home-crafted, adding a unique element to his pieces.

Today, Carl Hoppe's paintings are highly sought after and are sold by leading Texas galleries such as David Dike Fine Art in Dallas and William Reaves / Sarah Foltz Fine Art in Houston. His works, which capture the essence of South Texas landscapes with an impressionistic flair, continue to be celebrated and are a valuable part of American art history.

Date and place of birt:22 august 1897, San Antonio, USA
Date and place of death:15 january 1981, San Antonio, USA
Period of activity: XX century
Specialization:Artist, Landscape painter, Painter
Genre:Flower still life, Landscape painting, Rural landscape, Still life
Art style:Impressionism

Creators Impressionism

Louis Eysen (1843 - 1899)
Louis Eysen
1843 - 1899
Jean Deville (1872 - ?)
Jean Deville
1872 - ?
Arturo Ferrari (1861 - 1936)
Arturo Ferrari
1861 - 1936
Heinrich Blunck-Heikendorf (1891 - 1963)
Heinrich Blunck-Heikendorf
1891 - 1963
Tranquillo Cremona (1837 - 1878)
Tranquillo Cremona
1837 - 1878
Ludwig Bock (1886 - 1971)
Ludwig Bock
1886 - 1971
Max Pistorius (1894 - 1960)
Max Pistorius
1894 - 1960
Eugen Jettel (1845 - 1901)
Eugen Jettel
1845 - 1901
Jacob Gehrig (1846 - 1922)
Jacob Gehrig
1846 - 1922
Florence Esté (1860 - 1926)
Florence Esté
1860 - 1926
Waldemar Rosler (1882 - 1916)
Waldemar Rosler
1882 - 1916
Vasily Vasilievich Meshkov (1893 - 1963)
Vasily Vasilievich Meshkov
1893 - 1963
Harriet Backer (1845 - 1932)
Harriet Backer
1845 - 1932
Kaj Ejstrup (1902 - 1956)
Kaj Ejstrup
1902 - 1956
Henri Martin (1860 - 1943)
Henri Martin
1860 - 1943
Paul Müller-Kaempff (1861 - 1941)
Paul Müller-Kaempff
1861 - 1941