Who painted Portrait of the art collector Nicolaus Hudtwalcker?

Portrait of the art collector Nicolaus Hudtwalcker was painted by Ferdinand Heilbuth in 1852.

Where can I see Portrait of the art collector Nicolaus Hudtwalcker?

Portrait of the art collector Nicolaus Hudtwalcker is held by Hamburger Kunsthalle.

What movement is Portrait of the art collector Nicolaus Hudtwalcker?

Portrait of the art collector Nicolaus Hudtwalcker is associated with Biedermeier.

Artwork

Portrait of the art collector Nicolaus Hudtwalcker

Ferdinand Heilbuth , 1852

Portrait of the art collector Nicolaus Hudtwalcker is an oil painting by the Biedermeier artist Ferdinand Heilbuth. It dates from 1852 and is held in the collection of the Hamburger Kunsthalle.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, created by Ferdinand Heilbuth in 1852, is a portrait of Nicolaus Hudtwalcker, a prominent art collector. It is part of the Hamburger Kunsthalle's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Hudtwalcker seated, dressed in formal attire, with a contemplative expression. The presence of a picture frame on a nearby table may allude to his interest in art collecting.

Technique & Style

Heilbuth's work is characterized by its attention to detail, evident in the rendering of Hudtwalcker's clothing and the picture frame. The dark red background serves to emphasize the subject.