Rudolf Epp: A Quiet Master of Munich School Genre Painting Rudolf Epp (1834 – 1910) remains a relatively obscure figure in the annals of German art history, yet his prolific output—over 500 paintings—represents a significant contribution to the Munich School movement and offers a poignant glimpse into the everyday lives of rural Bavaria during the late nineteenth century. Born in Innsbruck, Austria-Hungary (then Tyrol), Epp’s artistic journey began modestly, influenced by his father, a landscape painter who instilled in him an appreciation for capturing the beauty of the Alpine region. Howev…