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Lessing / Gotthold / Miniatu
GOTTHOLD EPHRAIM LESSING German dramatist and critic

LESING, Gotthold Ephraim (1729-1781). German writer, philosopher, dramatist, publicist and art critic. Engraving
CUL4849614 LESING, Gotthold Ephraim (1729-1781). German writer, philosopher, dramatist, publicist and art critic. Engraving. by Unknown Artist; (add.info.: LESING, Gotthold Ephraim (1729-1781)

Portrait of Gotthold Ephraim Lessing (1729-1781), 1771. Creator: Graff, Anton (1736-1813)
Portrait of Gotthold Ephraim Lessing (1729-1781), 1771. Found in the collection of the Staatsbibliothek zu Berlin

Portrait of Gotthold Ephraim Lessing (1729-1781), 1765. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Gotthold Ephraim Lessing (1729-1781), 1765. Private Collection

Scene from Lessings "Nathan the Wise"(engraving)
1616344 Scene from Lessings " Nathan the Wise" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from Lessings " Nathan the Wise")

Walther and Hildegund Fleeing, 1841. Creator: Lessing, Carl Friedrich (1808-1880)
Walther and Hildegund Fleeing, 1841. Private Collection

Gotthold Ephraim Lessing, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Gotthold Ephraim Lessing, (1933). Portrait of Gotthold Ephraim Lessing (1729-1781), German writer, philosopher, dramatist

Josepha Hortensia Füger, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Josepha Hortensia Fü ger, (1933). Portrait of German actress Josepha Hortensia Fü ger (1766-1810) as Emilia Galotti in Gotthold Ephraim Lessings play of the same name

The Hussite Sermon, 1836. Creator: Lessing, Carl Friedrich (1808-1880)
The Hussite Sermon, 1836. Found in the Collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Portrait of Gotthold Ephraim Lessing (1729-1781), c. 1755. Creator: Tischbein, Johann Heinrich
Portrait of Gotthold Ephraim Lessing (1729-1781), c.1755. Found in the Collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Monastery Garden in Snow. Artist: Lessing, Carl Friedrich (1808-1880)
Monastery Garden in Snow. Found in the collection of Wallraf-Richartz-Museum, Cologne

Gotthold Ephraim Lessing 1729-1781. - Gemalde von Anton Graff, 1934
Gotthold Ephraim Lessing 1729-1781, 1934. Gotthold Ephraim Lessing (1729-1781), German writer, philosopher, dramatist, publicist and art critic

Madge Lessing, German actress, c1906. Postcard posted in 1906. Madge Lessing (1866-1932) was a popular actress and singer of the Edwardian period who performed on stage in London

Madge Lessing (1866-1932), German actress, 1900s. From the Rotary Photographic Series

Madge Lessing (1866-1932), German actress, early 20th century. Artist: Dover Street Studios
Madge Lessing (1866-1932), German actress, early 20th century

The Robber and His Child, 1832. Artist: Lessing, Carl Friedrich (1808-1880)
The Robber and His Child, 1832. Found in the collection of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia

The Siege (Defense of a Church Courtyard During the Thirty Years? War), 1848. Found in the collection of the Museum Kunstpalast, Dusseldorf

Young Dusseldorf. Group portrait of the painters Karl Friedrich Lessing, Carl Ferdinand Sohn and Theodor Hildebrandt, 1839. Found in the collection of the Staatliche Museen, Berlin

born plaques Germany Outside stairs Saxony
Here-was-born plaques in Germany, Outside stairs in Saxony, Kamenz, 1914, Landkreis Bautzen, Lessing, Geburtsstatte

Schule am Schulplatz 1 Kamenz Lessingbüste
Schule am Schulplatz 1 (Kamenz), Lessingbuste in Kamenz, Kamenz, 1901, Landkreis Bautzen, Schule, Lessing, Denkmal, Germany

Telescopic dress for the tango 1914
Skirt extended; and skirt closed, a curious trouser and knickerbocker gown worn by Madge Lessing (1866 - 1932), stage beauty. Date: 1914

Gotthold Ephraim Lessing (1729-1781). German writer. Engravi
Gotthold Ephraim Lessing (1729-1781). German writer, most outstanding representatives of the Enlightenment era. Engraving by A. Closs. Germania, 1882. Colored

Germany. Berlin. German Church (Deutscher Dom). 18th century
Germany. Berlin. German Church (Deutscher Dom), built in the 18th century by Karl Von Gontard and late 20th century rebuilt after its destruction in World War II. Used as a museum

Madge Lessing (1862 - 1932), English actress and singer, showing her in trousers, playing the part of Aurora Bruce at the Prince of Wales Theatre

Title page with vignette of a bust of Lessing and three putti with wreath, trumpet and mantle.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of

Eva Lessing
EVA LESSING, wife of the writer Gotthold Ephraim Lessing. Date: circa 1750

Lessings Home, Berlin
The home of Gotthold Ephraim Lessing at Nikolaikirchhof 10, Berlin. Date: circa 1750

GOTTHOLD EPHRAIM LESSING (1729-1781). German dramatist and critic. Lithograph, German, 19th century

LESSING: SLEIGHING, 1845. Men fleeing on horseback and by sled. English wood engraving after a painting by Lessing, 1845

GOTTHOLD EPHRAIM LESSING (1729-1781). German dramatist and critic. Lithograph, German, 19th century

DORIS MAY LESSING (1919- ). British writer

GOTTHOLD EPHRAIM LESSING (1729-1781). German dramatist and critic. Stipple engraving, German, 19th century

GOTTHOLD EPHRAIM LESSING / n(1729-1781). German dramatist and critic. Stipple engraving
GOTTHOLD EPHRAIM LESSING /n(1729-1781). German dramatist and critic. Stipple engraving, German, 19th century

Miss Madge Lessing as a modern dandy, 1910
Photographic portrait of Madge Lessing (1866-1932), the English actress and singer, dressed as a dandy for a production at the Metropol Theatre, Berlin, 1910

Doris Lessing
DORIS LESSING Persian (Iranian) born British writer who was brought up in Zimbabwe (former Southern Rhodesia)

Lessing / Gotthold / Eilers
GOTTHOLD EPHRAIM LESSING German dramatist and critic

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Lessing, a name that resonates with brilliance and creativity, and is synonymous with the great minds of Gotthold Ephraim Lessing and his artistic legacy. In this captivating scene from Lessing's "Nathan the Wise, " beautifully engraved by an unknown artist, we witness the power of his words brought to life. The enchantment continues as we delve into Carl Friedrich Lessing's masterpiece, "Walther and Hildegund Fleeing. " Painted in 1841, it transports us to a world filled with emotion and turmoil. The strokes of his brush capture every detail, leaving us breathless. A portrait speaks volumes about its subject, and Alfred Kraufse's depiction of Gotthold Ephraim Lessing does just that. Created around 1840, it reveals the essence of this intellectual giant who challenged societal norms through his writings. Another portrayal emerges before our eyes - an intriguing photograph capturing Gotthold Ephraim Lessing in 1933. Its creator remains unknown but succeeds in immortalizing this influential figure whose ideas continue to shape our understanding today. Josepha Hortensia Füger graces us with her presence in yet another enigmatic photograph from 1933. Her connection to Lessing remains unclear; however, their paths may have crossed within artistic circles or shared ideals. Carl Friedrich Lessing returns once more with "The Hussite Sermon" painted in 1836. This evocative piece invites contemplation on religious fervor amidst chaos – a testament to Carl Friedrich's ability to provoke thought through artistry. Johann Heinrich Tischbein captures a young Gotthold Ephraim Lessing in a portrait dating back to 1755. With piercing eyes and an air of intellectuality surrounding him, one can only imagine what thoughts occupied his mind during those formative years. Doris Lessing adds another layer to the tapestry of the Lessing name.