Franz Richard Unterberger (German, 1838-1902) Venise - Vue de San Giorgio Maggiore, circa 1878-80 Oil on canvas 22-1/... (Total: 2 Items)
Auction amount: $42,500.00
Sold: Jun 24, 2016
Franz Richard Unterberger (Austrian, 1837-1902)
Paintings
Birth Place: Innsbruck, Austria
Biography:
What is a Summary of Franz Richard Unterberger’s Artwork, Style, and Background?
Franz Richard Unterberger was best known for his luminous and romantic paintings of landscapes, seascapes, and cities, particularly those capturing the beauty of Italy. Trained at the Academy of Fine Arts Munich in Germany and the Academy of Antwerp in Belgium, Unterberger was part of the school of Romantic landscape painting, with a focus on color and lighting that lent a dreamlike quality to his works.
What Kind of Art Does Franz Richard Unterberger Make?
He primarily made Romantic landscape and cityscape paintings, with a specific focus on Italian scenes.
How Did Franz Richard Unterberger Get Started?
He began his training at the Munich Academy, followed by further studies at the Academy of Antwerp. After completing his studies, he traveled extensively to find inspiration for his works, eventually settling in Italy where he became enamored with the landscape and architecture.
Where Have Franz Richard Unterberger’s Works Been Exhibited?
Unterberger's works have been exhibited and are part of collections in museums and galleries across the globe, including the Victoria and Albert Museum in London and various private collections.
Who Influenced Franz Richard Unterberger’s Style?
His style was influenced by the Romantic movement, particularly the Romantic landscape painting tradition seen in the German and Belgian academies where he studied.
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