Kospoth, Friedrich August Karl von

The subject, von Kospoth, is highlighted through his attire and the Order of the Red Eagle, signifying his official status and honors. The inscription details his tenure as Oberbürgermeister (Mayor) and his death date, contextualizing the portrait within his public life.

Originally an oil painting by August Thilo (1833), this version is a print on paper (19.8x16.1 cm) from a glass negative, framed straight. The technique transitions the original's formal, realistic style into a reproducible print format, maintained by Rudolf Jagusch's photographic process.

Created posthumously in 1833 from Thilo's painting, the print bears a seal of 'Foto R. Jagusch/Breslau 1' on the back, indicating its reproduction by Jagusch, active in Wrocław (1933-1947). The original negative is housed in the National Museum in Wrocław's Document Department.

The portrait reflects the formal representation of public figures during the early 19th century, emphasizing rank and achievement through symbols like the Order of the Red Eagle. It also showcases the intersection of art and documentation through photographic reproduction.

As a documented mayor of Wrocław, von Kospoth's portrait contributes to the city's historical record. The image's reproduction and preservation in the National Museum highlight its value in chronicling local governance and personalities of the time.