Karl Jäger (1833 - 1887)
1833-10-17Nuremberg, Germany1887-12-15Nuremberg, GermanyGermany
Karl Jäger
Karl Jäger was a German painter of the mid-nineteenth century. He is known as a painter, graphic artist, etcher and teacher, specializing in historical painting and portraiture.
Jäger created extensively on themes of Bavarian history. His works include illustrations for Schiller's Song of the Bell and Bruckmann's Schiller Gallery. He also created portraits of prominent personalities, including 12 composers such as Beethoven and Haydn. The master played a significant role as a professor at the Nuremberg Art School.
Date and place of birt: | 17 october 1833, Nuremberg, Germany |
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Date and place of death: | 15 december 1887, Nuremberg, Germany |
Nationality: | Germany |
Period of activity: | XIX century |
Specialization: | Artist, Educator, Illustrator, Painter |
Art school / group: | Munich School |
Genre: | History painting, Portrait |
Art style: | Academism, Realism |