Franz Grillparzer 1856

This 1856 portrait of Franz Grillparzer, an Austrian playwright and poet, was painted by Friedrich von Amerling. The painting is a realist portrait, emphasizing the subject's likeness and features, and the sitter's attire and pose, with the subject's slightly downcast gaze, convey a sense of contemplation. The artwork's realism and focus on the subject's individual personality are characteristic of Amerling's style. This painting is an important work in understanding the artistic portraiture of the 19th century and the life of the subject, Franz Grillparzer.