Caspar David Friedrich (1774-1840) was a German Romantic painter who is best known for his atmospheric landscapes that convey a sense of the sublime and the spiritual. He is regarded as one of the most important figures in the development of 19th-century landscape painting.
Friedrich's paintings often feature lonely figures contemplating nature, rugged mountains, and vast expanses of sky. He was particularly interested in exploring the relationship between humanity and the natural world, and his works often evoke a sense of awe and reverence for the power of nature.
Friedrich was influenced by the Romantic philosophy that emphasized the importance of individual emotion, intuition, and imagination. He believed that art should be a means of expressing the innermost feelings and spiritual aspirations of the artist, and his works are notable for their poetic and introspective qualities.
Despite facing criticism during his lifetime, Friedrich's works have had a lasting impact on the development of landscape painting and are now regarded as some of the most important examples of Romantic art.
Measures 20 x 30.
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