1907 - 1982

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  • Art period: Modern
  • Works on this site: 2
  • Top-ranked work: Red Tower
  • Nationality: Germany
  • Died: 1982

A Multidisciplinary Life in Berlin

Julius Tinzmann was a German cinematographer, painter, and writer. Born in Neukölln, Germany, he was the son of the painter Max Tinzmann. His early years were shaped by the progressive art movements of his youth, leading him to study at the Bauhaus Weimar. During his time there, he was a student of notable figures including Wassily Kandinsky, Oskar Schlemmer, Lyonel Feininger, and Paul Klee.

His professional journey was diverse. Between 1925 and 1928, he worked in Berlin, learning the craft of cinematography. He also practiced as a free painter in a constructivist direction. Later, he served as a camera assistant for newsreels, advertising, and the film industry. Beyond visual arts, Tinzmann was a prolific writer of radio plays and television scripts, and he authored several novels, including the family epic Das Klavier.

Artistic Evolution and Style

Tinzmann's painting style underwent significant shifts throughout his life. His early expressionist works often focused on the city of Halle. In 1932, he produced oil paintings such as Red Tower and Marktkirche and Roter Turm, both of which were later confiscated during the Nazi era. After a period of focusing on writing and film, he returned to painting following a trip to Greece in 1973.

In his later years, his work primarily consisted of nature and industrial landscapes. These were often executed using gouache or acrylic paints on cardboard. His technique was noted for its:

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Spørgsmål 1:
Where was Julius Tinzmann born?
Spørgsmål 2:
Which famous artist invited Tinzmann to study at the Bauhaus Weimar in 1923?
Spørgsmål 3:
In which year were the oil paintings 'Marktkirche und Roter Turm' and 'Roter Turm' created?
Spørgsmål 4:
Which of these was a profession held by Tinzmann during the period from 1933 to 1940?
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What did Tinzmann primarily paint after his 1973 trip to Greece?