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Walter Firle was a German painter of the late nineteenth and first third of the twentieth centuries. He is known as a portrait and genre painter.
Firle was the author of a number of genre paintings and paintings on religious themes. Among his famous portraits are depictions of royalty, nobility, and famous personalities, including Prince Regent Luitpold of Bavaria, Ludwig III (King of Bavaria), and German Reich President Paul von Hindenburg. Several of his works were acquired by the National Gallery of Berlin. A portrait of Ludwig III was featured on a series of Bavarian stamps.
Firle was a professor at the Academy of Fine Arts in Munich and a member of the Munich Artists' Association.
Oskar Erich Hösel, a German sculptor and modeler, was renowned for his distinctive contributions to art and culture. His work is celebrated for its innovation and mastery in sculpture and modeling, with notable creations that include various sculptures and models for the Meissen Porcelain Manufactory. Hösel's talents were recognized early in his career, evidenced by awards such as the small silver medal from the Dresden Academy of Fine Arts in 1891 for his group "In the Desert".
His sculptures, such as "Hunne zu Pferde" and "Entlaufener Negersklave im Kampfe mit einem Bluthund," highlight his ability to capture dynamic and dramatic scenes in his art. Besides his sculptural work, Oskar Erich Hösel contributed significantly to porcelain design, creating pieces that are still celebrated today.
Oskar Erich Hösel's artistry extended beyond conventional sculpture, incorporating elements of realism and a keen observation of nature, evident in his various animal figures and other works. His legacy continues to influence the fields of sculpture and porcelain art, with his works serving as a testament to his skill and creativity.
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