A Life of Artistic Pursuit and Transition
Philipp Herrlich was a German painter and lithographer. Born in Laubach, Germany, his early training began after an apprenticeship, leading him to the Städtesche Kunstinstitut in Frankfurt am Main. During his formative years, he studied under Heinrich Rustige and Jakob Becker, with a brief period of instruction in Düsseldorf under Karl Ferdinand Sohn. His career was marked by significant life changes, including his involvement in the events of 1848 and a subsequent emigration to the United States. While living in America, he earned his livelihood as a photo retoucher. His journey eventually took him to Havana, where he passed away.
Works and Subject Matter
The artist's body of work includes various genres, ranging from landscapes and figure scenes to portraits and lithographs. His compositions often captured intimate or poignant moments, such as "Mother's Bliss" and scenes involving children, including "The Recovering Child" and "Playing Children." His repertoire also extended to historical and contemporary subjects, such as his depiction of the railway accident on the new Main Bridge in 1848. Other notable works include:
Questions & Answers
Where is Philipp Herrlich from?
Philipp Herrlich was born in Germany.
Where can I see Philipp Herrlich's artworks in chronological order?
The artist's Artwork Timeline page presents Philipp Herrlich's works ordered by date, year by year.
How many artworks by Philipp Herrlich are available to browse?
You can browse 1 artwork by Philipp Herrlich on the All Artworks page.
Where can I see the color profile of Philipp Herrlich's work?
Philipp Herrlich's use of color across the works listed on this website can be studied on the artist's Palette Genome page.
