Johann Jakob Falkeisen
Born in 1804.
Died in 1883.
Johann Jakob Falkeisen was a versatile artist, recognised both as a painter and as an engraver. He also served as curator of the art collections of Basel. His work is distinguished by landscapes, city views and architectural compositions, often enriched by human figures.
These elements attest to a sensitivity to the representation of urban and natural settings, while also incorporating narrative aspects into his creations.