Karl Jäger (1833 - 1887)

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.