August Kloeber (1793 - 1864)

August Kloeber

Carl Friedrich August von Kloeber was a German painter of the first half of the 19th century. He is known as a painter and teacher, a member of the Berlin Academy of Arts.

August Kloeber preferred to use motifs from mythology in his works, which distinguished him from many German artists of the time. He also created paintings on religious and historical subjects. He also painted portraits, and his models included members of Beethoven's family. Kloeber received commissions from the Prussian royal family and worked on the painting of castles, churches, and other sites. He also designed porcelain, jewelry, and medals.