Der Maler Josef Kriehuber 1853

"Der Maler Josef Kriehuber" is an 1853 portrait painting by Austrian artist Friedrich von Amerling. This oil-on-canvas portrait depicts the artist Josef Kriehuber in a realistic and detailed manner, capturing the sitter’s likeness with depth and emotion. Amerling’s expert handling of light and shadow creates a sense of volume and dimensionality, while the subtle details of the sitter’s clothing and facial expressions add to the work’s realism. This work showcases Amerling’s mastery of portraiture and his ability to convey the personality and character of his subjects through his art.