Hans Bohrdt (1857 - 1945) - photo 1

Hans Bohrdt

Hans Bohrdt was a German marine painter and graphic artist. Bohrdt's journey into marine painting began after a visit to the Hamburg port at the age of 15, sparking a lifelong passion for the sea and maritime subjects. Unlike many artists of his time who had formal art education, Hans Bohrdt was largely self-taught, although he did attend the Academy of Fine Arts in Berlin for a period. His dissatisfaction with the conventional training led him to pursue a more hands-on approach to his art, focusing on seascapes and marine life​​​​.

Hans Bohrdt's work gained significant recognition during the Wilhelmine era, making him a celebrated figure in German marine painting, a genre that became particularly prominent after the unification of Germany in 1871. His close relationship with Kaiser Wilhelm II, who was an admirer and patron of his work, helped elevate Bohrdt's status further. Bohrdt's art was known for its technical skill, particularly in depicting the majesty of the sea and the vessels that traversed it. His pieces often featured German naval prowess and were used for both private collections and public display, contributing to national pride and naval propaganda, especially during World War I​​.

The legacy of Hans Bohrdt is marked by his ability to capture the spirit and grandeur of maritime life, making him a significant figure in the history of German art. Despite the challenges posed by the world wars, which led to the loss of many of his works including his best-known painting, "Der letzte Mann" ("The Last Man"), Bohrdt's art continues to be celebrated for its contribution to marine painting. In 1995, on the fiftieth anniversary of his death, a memorial exhibition was held, showcasing his contributions to the field and reaffirming his place as one of the last great marine painters​​.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Hans Bohrdt's work offers a unique glimpse into the development of marine painting in Germany, reflecting both the beauty of the maritime world and the historical context of his times. To stay informed about sales, auction events, and updates related to Hans Bohrdt's work, signing up for newsletters from galleries and auction houses specializing in maritime art and antiques is recommended. This ensures enthusiasts and collectors are well-informed about opportunities to acquire pieces by this distinguished artist.

Date and place of birt:11 february 1857, Berlin, Germany
Date and place of death:19 december 1945, Berlin, Germany
Nationality:Germany
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Artist, Graphic artist, Illustrator, Marine painter, Painter
Genre:Marine art
Art style:Realism

Creators Germany

Friedrich Harden (1861 - 1922)
Friedrich Harden
1861 - 1922
Eduard Magnus (1799 - 1872)
Eduard Magnus
1799 - 1872
Marcus Behmer (1879 - 1958)
Marcus Behmer
1879 - 1958
Klaus Staudt (1932)
Klaus Staudt
1932
Ludwig Bette (1961)
Ludwig Bette
1961
Franz Lenk (1898 - 1968)
Franz Lenk
1898 - 1968
Georg Osterwald (1803 - 1884)
Georg Osterwald
1803 - 1884
Adrian Zingg (1734 - 1816)
Adrian Zingg
1734 - 1816
Karl Wilhelm Gentz (1822 - 1890)
Karl Wilhelm Gentz
1822 - 1890
Karl Friedrich Schinkel (1781 - 1841)
Karl Friedrich Schinkel
1781 - 1841
Arnold Leissler (1939 - 2014)
Arnold Leissler
1939 - 2014
Georg Karl Koch (1857 - 1927)
Georg Karl Koch
1857 - 1927
Jean-François Oeben (1721 - 1763)
Jean-François Oeben
1721 - 1763
Theodor Hagen (1842 - 1919)
Theodor Hagen
1842 - 1919
Johann Wolfgang Baumgartner (1702 - 1761)
Johann Wolfgang Baumgartner
1702 - 1761
Mario Botta (1943)
Mario Botta
1943

Creators Realism

Georg Friedrich Zundel (1875 - 1948)
Georg Friedrich Zundel
1875 - 1948
Frans Hens (1856 - 1928)
Frans Hens
1856 - 1928
Maurits Leon (1838 - 1865)
Maurits Leon
1838 - 1865
Henri Schäfer (1833 - 1916)
Henri Schäfer
1833 - 1916
Ferdinand Marinus (1808 - 1890)
Ferdinand Marinus
1808 - 1890
Wilhelm Krauskopf (1847 - 1921)
Wilhelm Krauskopf
1847 - 1921
Mikhail Georgievich Abakumov (1948 - 2010)
Mikhail Georgievich Abakumov
1948 - 2010
Else Preussner (1876 - 1954)
Else Preussner
1876 - 1954
William Lewin (1747 - 1795)
William Lewin
1747 - 1795
Irina Nikolaevna Karachakova-Kartina (1919 - 1989)
Irina Nikolaevna Karachakova-Kartina
1919 - 1989
Ammi Phillips (1788 - 1865)
Ammi Phillips
1788 - 1865
Mikhail Zichy (1827 - 1906)
Mikhail Zichy
1827 - 1906
Ernst Zimmer (1864 - 1924)
Ernst Zimmer
1864 - 1924
Joseph Joachim von Schnizer (1792 - 1870)
Joseph Joachim von Schnizer
1792 - 1870
Cesare Ravasco (1875 - 1943)
Cesare Ravasco
1875 - 1943
Boris Fedorovich Domashnikov (1924 - 2003)
Boris Fedorovich Domashnikov
1924 - 2003