Menzel Adolph Collection

Illustration to Act 1 of Heinrich von Kleist's The Broken Jug, 1877. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Illustration to Act 1 of Heinrich von Kleist's The Broken Jug, 1877

Two Studies of a Right Hand, 1884. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Two Studies of a Right Hand, 1884

Studies for The Broken Jug by Heinrich von Kleist, 1876. Creators: Heinrich von Kleist, Adolph Menzel
Studies for The Broken Jug by Heinrich von Kleist, 1876

A Working Day in Paris, 19th century. Creator: Anon
A Working Day in Paris, 19th century

The Foundry, after Adolf Friedrich Erdmann Menzel, c1880-83. Creators: Adolph Menzel, W Manfield
The Foundry, after Adolf Friedrich Erdmann Menzel'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

The Thirsty Cavalier, after Adolf Friedrich Erdmann Menzel, c1880-83. Creators: Adolph Menzel, CL Courtry
The Thirsty Cavalier, after Adolf Friedrich Erdmann Menzel'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

Adolf Friedrich Erdmann Menzel, c1880-83. Creator: A Gilbert
Adolf Friedrich Erdmann Menzel'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

A New Year's Greeting, 1839. Creator: Adolph Menzel
A New Year's Greeting, 1839

An Infant Asleep in His Crib, 1848. Creator: Adolph Menzel
An Infant Asleep in His Crib, 1848

The Artist's Sister Emilie, 1851. Creator: Adolph Menzel
The Artist's Sister Emilie, 1851

Atlases on the Wallpavillon of the Dresden Zwinger, 1880. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Atlases on the Wallpavillon of the Dresden Zwinger, 1880

Richard Menzel Posing in Eighteenth-Century Costume, 1854. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Richard Menzel Posing in Eighteenth-Century Costume, 1854

Landscape with a Washerwoman, c. 1890. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Landscape with a Washerwoman, c. 1890

Heads of a Man and a Woman, 1899. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Heads of a Man and a Woman, 1899

Study of a Woman, c. 1875/1890. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Study of a Woman, c. 1875/1890

Woman in Court Dress. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Woman in Court Dress

The Waterproof Coat of General Moltke, 1871. Creator: Adolph Menzel
The Waterproof Coat of General Moltke, 1871

Studies of a Man Drinking, 1888. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Studies of a Man Drinking, 1888

The Vest of August the Strong, 1840. Creator: Adolph Menzel
The Vest of August the Strong, 1840

Flight of Stone Steps in a Garden. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Flight of Stone Steps in a Garden

The Interior of the Jacobskirche at Innsbruck, 1872. Creator: Adolph Menzel
The Interior of the Jacobskirche at Innsbruck, 1872

Japanese Artist at Work, 1886. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Japanese Artist at Work, 1886

Head of a Bearded Man in Half-Profile, 1894. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Head of a Bearded Man in Half-Profile, 1894

Head of an Old Man, c. 1850. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Head of an Old Man, c. 1850

Title page, from Radierversuche, 1844. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Title page, from Radierversuche, 1844

Plate one, from Radierversuche, 1843, published 1844. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Plate one, from Radierversuche, 1843, published 1844

Plate two, from Radierversuche, 1843, published 1844. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Plate two, from Radierversuche, 1843, published 1844

Plate four, from Radierversuche, 1844. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Plate four, from Radierversuche, 1844

Plate five, from Radierversuche, 1843, published 1844. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Plate five, from Radierversuche, 1843, published 1844

Plate six, from Radierversuche, 1843, published 1844. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Plate six, from Radierversuche, 1843, published 1844

The Card Game, 1899. Creator: Adolph Menzel
The Card Game, 1899

Weeping Man, 1850 / 59. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Weeping Man, 1850/59

Sluice, 1885. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Sluice, 1885

Portrait of a Bearded Man, 1885. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Portrait of a Bearded Man, 1885

Sketches of Hands, Arms, and Heads, 1890. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Sketches of Hands, Arms, and Heads, 1890

Portrait of a Peasant Woman, 1884. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Portrait of a Peasant Woman, 1884

Plate three, from Radierversuche, 1843, published 1844. Creator: Adolph Menzel
Plate three, from Radierversuche, 1843, published 1844

In a Railway Carriage (After a Nights Journey), 1851. Creator: Adolph Menzel
In a Railway Carriage (After a Nights Journey), 1851

[Adolph Menzel], 1860s. Creator: Photographische Gesellschaft
[Adolph Menzel], 1860s

The Choirstalls in the Mainz Cathedral, 1869. Creator: Adolph Menzel
The Choirstalls in the Mainz Cathedral, 1869

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Adolph Menzel, a renowned German artist of the 19th century, captivated audiences with his diverse range of works. In "Head of a Bearded Man in Half-Profile, " created in 1894, Menzel skillfully captures the intensity and wisdom that emanate from the subject's eyes. The meticulous attention to detail showcases Menzel's mastery over portraiture. Another striking piece by Menzel is "Head of an Old Man" from around 1850. This portrait exudes a sense of vulnerability and introspection as wrinkles etch themselves onto the old man's face. Through his brushstrokes, Menzel invites viewers to contemplate the passage of time and reflect on life's journey. Menzel also delved into printmaking with works like "Title page" and various plates from "Radierversuche. " These intricate engravings demonstrate his technical prowess and experimentation with different techniques. Each plate tells its own story, inviting viewers to delve deeper into their rich symbolism. In contrast to these somber pieces, Menzel showcases his versatility in "The Card Game" painted in 1899. Here he captures a momentary pause during a game, freezing expressions filled with anticipation and concentration. The vibrant colors bring life to this scene while highlighting Menzel's ability to capture human emotion. "Weeping Man, " created between 1850-59, evokes deep empathy through its portrayal of sorrow. With delicate brushwork and subtle shading techniques, Menzel conveys raw emotion that resonates within the viewer's heart. Menzel also explored landscapes such as "Sluice" painted in 1885 - an industrial scene depicting water flowing through gates under cloudy skies. His keen eye for detail brings forth both beauty and functionality within this seemingly mundane subject matter. Lastly, we encounter another captivating portrait titled "Portrait of a Bearded Man" from 1885 where every wrinkle tells a story.