Portret van Ludwig Tieck 1840 - 1855

This print, created between 1840 and 1855 by German artist Gustav Zumpe, depicts Ludwig Tieck, a prominent German writer and literary critic of the Romantic era. The portrait is a detailed and realistic representation of Tieck, capturing his features with precision. The image is framed within a decorative border, and the inscription below identifies the subject as "L. TIECK." This engraving provides a glimpse into the life and work of this influential figure in German literature. Zumpe's portrait of Tieck exemplifies the artistic style prevalent in the early 19th century, characterized by its meticulous attention to detail and its focus on capturing the likeness of its subject.