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Karl Friedrich Collection

Karl Friedrich Schinkel, a prominent German artist and architect, left an indelible mark on the world of art with his exceptional talent and creative vision

Background imageKarl Friedrich Collection: Portrait of Duke Charles Frederick of Holstein-Gottorp (1700-1739) as child

Portrait of Duke Charles Frederick of Holstein-Gottorp (1700-1739) as child. Creator: Krafft, David, von (1655-1724)
Portrait of Duke Charles Frederick of Holstein-Gottorp (1700-1739) as child. Private Collection

Background imageKarl Friedrich Collection: The temple of Isis and Osiris where Sarastro was High Priest, c1816. Artist: Karl Friedrich Schinkel

The temple of Isis and Osiris where Sarastro was High Priest, c1816. Artist: Karl Friedrich Schinkel
The temple of Isis and Osiris where Sarastro was High Priest, c1816. Design for an 1816 production of Die Zauberflote ( The Magic Flute ) by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)

Background imageKarl Friedrich Collection: The temple of Isis and Osiris, The Magic Flute, 1816. Artist: Karl Friedrich Schinkel

The temple of Isis and Osiris, The Magic Flute, 1816. Artist: Karl Friedrich Schinkel
The temple of Isis and Osiris, The Magic Flute, 1816. Stage design by Karl Freidrich Schinkel for The Magic Flute (Die Zauberflote)

Background imageKarl Friedrich Collection: General Steinmetz, Commander of the First Prussian Army (engraving)

General Steinmetz, Commander of the First Prussian Army (engraving)
1104586 General Steinmetz, Commander of the First Prussian Army (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General Steinmetz, Commander of the First Prussian Army)

Background imageKarl Friedrich Collection: General von Steinmetz, late Commander of the First German Army (engraving)

General von Steinmetz, late Commander of the First German Army (engraving)
2773879 General von Steinmetz, late Commander of the First German Army (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General von Steinmetz)

Background imageKarl Friedrich Collection: General von Steinmetz (engraving)

General von Steinmetz (engraving)
1052098 General von Steinmetz (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General von Steinmetz)

Background imageKarl Friedrich Collection: Elevation and Plan of the Facade of a Building, 1840

Elevation and Plan of the Facade of a Building, 1840

Background imageKarl Friedrich Collection: Portrait of the artists daughter, Marie, at the coast, 1816, (1943)

Portrait of the artists daughter, Marie, at the coast, 1816, (1943). Drawing in a private collection. From " Europaische Handzeichnungen", (Five Hundred Years of European Drawings)

Background imageKarl Friedrich Collection: Karl Friedrich Schinkel, (1933). Creator: Unknown

Karl Friedrich Schinkel, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Karl Friedrich Schinkel, (1933). Portrait of Prussian architect, city planner, and painter Karl Friedrich Schinkel (1781-1841)

Background imageKarl Friedrich Collection: Berlin - Castle, (City Palace), 1931. Artist: Kurt Hielscher

Berlin - Castle, (City Palace), 1931. Artist: Kurt Hielscher
Berlin - Castle, (City Palace), 1931. From Deutschland by Kurt Hielscher. [F. A. Brockhaus, Leipzig, 1931]

Background imageKarl Friedrich Collection: Karl Friedrich Gauss, German mathematician, astronomer and physicist, 1840

Karl Friedrich Gauss, German mathematician, astronomer and physicist, 1840. Artist: Christian Albrecht Jensen
Karl Friedrich Gauss, German mathematician, astronomer and physicist, 1840. Born in Brunswick, Gauss (1777-1855) founded the modern form of complex analysis

Background imageKarl Friedrich Collection: Karl Friederich Gauss, German mathematician, astronomer and physicist

Karl Friederich Gauss, German mathematician, astronomer and physicist. Born in Brunswick, Gauss (1777-1855) founded the modern form of complex analysis

Background imageKarl Friedrich Collection: Fire and Water, The Magic Flute, 1816. Artist: Karl Friedrich Schinkel

Fire and Water, The Magic Flute, 1816. Artist: Karl Friedrich Schinkel
Fire and Water, The Magic Flute, 1816. Stage design by Karl Freidrich Schinkel for The Magic Flute (Die Zauberflote), showing fire and water, two of the ordeals that Tamino, the hero

Background imageKarl Friedrich Collection: Design for a production of Mozarts opera Die Zauberflote ( The Magic Flute ), 1816

Design for a production of Mozarts opera Die Zauberflote ( The Magic Flute ), 1816. Artist: Karl Friedrich Schinkel
Design for a production of Mozarts opera Die Zauberflote ( The Magic Flute ), 1816. Fire and water, two of the ordeals that Tamino

Background imageKarl Friedrich Collection: The courtyard of the temple of Isis and Osiris where Sarastro was High Priest, c1816

The courtyard of the temple of Isis and Osiris where Sarastro was High Priest, c1816. Artist: Karl Friedrich Schinkel
The courtyard of the temple of Isis and Osiris where Sarastro was High Priest, c1816. Design for an 1816 production of Die Zauberflote ( The Magic Flute ) by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)

Background imageKarl Friedrich Collection: Taf XII Schinkel Mobel-Entwurfe welche bei

Taf XII Schinkel Mobel-Entwurfe welche bei
Taf. XII, Schinkels Mobel-Entwurfe, welche bei Einrichtung prinzlicher Wohnungen in den letzten zehn Jahren ausgefuhrt wurden, Lohde, Schinkel, Karl Friedrich, 1835-1837

Background imageKarl Friedrich Collection: Taf VIII Schinkel Mobel-Entwurfe welche bei

Taf VIII Schinkel Mobel-Entwurfe welche bei
Taf. VIII, Schinkels Mobel-Entwurfe, welche bei Einrichtung prinzlicher Wohnungen in den letzten zehn Jahren ausgefuhrt wurden, Lohde, Schinkel, Karl Friedrich, 1835-1837

Background imageKarl Friedrich Collection: Gothic Church Hidden by a Tree, 1810. Creator: Karl Friedrich Schinkel

Gothic Church Hidden by a Tree, 1810. Creator: Karl Friedrich Schinkel
Gothic Church Hidden by a Tree, 1810


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Karl Friedrich Schinkel, a prominent German artist and architect, left an indelible mark on the world of art with his exceptional talent and creative vision. His works encompassed various themes and subjects, showcasing his versatility as an artist. One of Schinkel's notable creations was "The temple of Isis and Osiris, " a masterpiece inspired by Mozart's opera "The Magic Flute. " Painted in 1816, this enchanting artwork captures the mystical allure of ancient Egyptian mythology. With meticulous attention to detail, Schinkel brings to life the grandeur of Sarastro's domain as High Priest in this mesmerizing depiction. In addition to his artistic prowess, Schinkel also delved into portraiture. One such example is the captivating portrait he painted in 1943 - "Portrait of the artist's daughter, Marie at the coast. " This tender portrayal showcases not only his technical skill but also reveals a heartfelt connection between father and child. Schinkel's talents extended beyond painting; he excelled in architecture as well. In 1840, he designed an impressive building with an elevation and plan that showcased his innovative approach to design. The intricate details displayed within its facade exemplify Schinkel's commitment to creating harmonious structures that seamlessly blend form and function. Not limited to one medium or style, Karl Friedrich Schinkel explored different artistic realms throughout his career. From capturing historical figures like General Steinmetz through engravings to immortalizing renowned mathematician Karl Friedrich Gauss in stunning portraits by Christian Albrecht Jensen – each work reflects Schinkel’s ability to capture both beauty and depth. Through pieces like "Fire and Water" from "The Magic Flute, " created in 1816, we witness how effortlessly he combined elements from various disciplines into cohesive compositions. These artworks serve as testaments to Karl Friedrich Schinkel’s enduring legacy - a visionary whose creativity continues inspiring generations even today.