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Bildnis Hans Franz Otto Freiherr von Krafft-Ebing

Unbekannt , 1968

Bildnis Hans Franz Otto Freiherr von Krafft-Ebing, by Unbekannt, 1968
Bildnis Hans Franz Otto Freiherr von Krafft-Ebing, by Unbekannt, 1968

Bildnis Hans Franz Otto Freiherr von Krafft-Ebing is a photography by Unbekannt. It dates from 1968 and is held in the collection of the City Museums Freiburg.

About this work

You can learn more about this type of image by looking at the subject: Portrait painting.

This portrait shows a man with a serious expression.
He's dressed in formal clothes, which suggests he's a person of importance.
The man in the portrait is Hans Franz Otto Freiherr von Krafft-Ebing, and what's interesting is that he came from a noble family and worked as a senior civil servant.
The painting is based on a photograph from around 1900, which is a notable detail.
You can learn more about this type of image by looking at the subject: Portrait painting.

Overview

Bildnis Hans Franz Otto Freiherr von Krafft-Ebing is a portrait of a member of the Bavarian noble family Krafft-Ebing, depicting Hans in formal attire, conveying his importance as a senior civil servant.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, Hans Franz Otto Freiherr von Krafft-Ebing, is portrayed with a serious expression, reflecting his professional stature in the civil service, having worked in key locations including Waldkirch and Karlsruhe.

Technique & Style

The portrait is based on a photograph from around 1900 in Karlsruhe, indicating a representational approach, likely emphasizing accuracy over expressive artistic interpretation.

History & Provenance

Originating from a photographic source circa 1900, the portrait's creation context suggests a family or official commission, though specific provenance details are not provided.

Context

Understanding this work involves recognizing the tradition of portrait painting, particularly for nobility and high-ranking officials, which often combined realism with symbols of status.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unbekannt

This unsigned painter captured 16th-century Strasbourg life in small oils. Their brush traced local fashion and faces—look at “Mädchen in Straßburger Bürgertracht” where a young woman’s lace collar and green dress…

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This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: City Museums Freiburg open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.In the collection of City Museums Freiburg. Compiled & edited by , Editor & Founder.