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Hermann Kaulbach (1846–1909), born and deceased in Munich, was the son of the painter Wilhelm von Kaulbach. After studying medicine, he chose painting and joined Carl Theodor von Piloty’s class at the Munich Academy. His early career centred on historical compositions in the narrative and theatrical tradition of his teacher.
He became widely known above all for pictures of children, fairy-tale scenes and representations of jesters. His work as an illustrator included subjects drawn from Goethe, Gustav Freytag and opera. Illustrated books brought his work to a broader audience than exhibitions alone could reach. This variety connects Munich history painting with narrative imagery intended for the home and childhood, while maintaining his interest in costume and storytelling.
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Oil on wood
Fremde Gäste
Öl auf Holz
Catalogue period : 2025-06-18
Published result : 7500 CHF
Fees not specified in the available data
Estimate : CHF 7000–10000
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Oil on wood
Lesendes Mädchen
Öl auf Holz
Auction date : 2023-05-20
Published result : 1638 EUR
Including buyer’s premium
Estimate : 1500
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