Charles Hoguet

1821 - 1870

Quick Facts

  • Typical colors:
    • earthy
    • neutrals
  • Art period: 19th Century
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Born: 1821, Berlin, Germany
  • Top 3 works:
    • Table still-life
    • Market in Rouen
    • Landscape steep shore with fishermen
  • Museums on APS:
    • Alte Nationalgalerie
    • National Museum in Warsaw
    • Dordrechts Museum
  • Works on APS: 34

The Life and Training of Charles Hoguet

Born in Berlin, Germany, to a family of Huguenot descent, Charles Hoguet was the son of Michel François Hoguet and Emilie Hoguet-Vestris. His artistic journey began in his hometown, where he studied painting under Wilhelm August Krause at the Academy of Arts starting in 1839. Seeking further refinement, the eighteen-year-old traveled to Paris in 1840. During his time in France, he studied under Eugène Cicéri and later, from 1842, under Eugène Isabey. His technical skill and craftsmanship earned him significant recognition in France, including a gold medal at the Paris Salon in 1848.

Artistic Focus and Legacy

After traveling through Western Europe, Hoguet returned to Berlin in 1848, where he lived and worked until his death. His prolific output included 423 oil paintings, with a particular focus on marine subjects, sea coasts, the sea, Normandy, Helgoland, and still lifes. His work was frequently exhibited at academic art exhibitions in Berlin, earning him a gold medal there in 1859 and an induction into the Berlin Academy in 1869. His subject matter spanned various genres, including windmills, sailors, and landscapes. His artistic legacy also includes his stepdaughter, Elise Hedinger, who was his pupil.

Questions & Answers

Where are Charles Hoguet's artworks grouped by keywords?

Charles Hoguet's works can be explored by keyword on the artist's By Keywords page. Each keyword groups the related artworks.

Can I browse Charles Hoguet's works by mood?

The Mood Room of Charles Hoguet is a page that arranges the artist's artworks by mood.

Is there a timeline of Charles Hoguet's works?

Charles Hoguet's artworks can be seen in chronological order on the artist's Artwork Timeline page.

Art Quiz

There is only one correct answer for each question.

Question 1:
In which city was Charles Hoguet born?
Question 2:
Which artist had a significant influence on Hoguet's marine painting style?
Question 3:
In what year was Hoguet awarded a gold medal at the Paris Salon?
Question 4:
According to the text, what was one of Hoguet's preferred subjects to depict?
Question 5:
Which institution admitted Hoguet as a member in 1869?