Friedrich Künzli
Born in 1824.
Died in 1864.
Friedrich Künzli was an artist whose work lies at the intersection of illustration and historical and portrait painting. He began his training at the Münchner Zeichenschule under the direction of Clemens Zimmermann in 1841, before travelling to Paris in 1847. Künzli is also known for his contributions to the frescoes of the city of Winterthur, where he collaborated with August Weckesser on works in the municipal library.
His career bears witness to an artistic development shaped by varied influences and a commitment to collective projects.