Schwab Collection

The Silent Sea, 1916 (oil on canvas)
MCL129690 The Silent Sea, 1916 (oil on canvas) by Schwabe, Carlos (1866-1926); diam.:13.3 cm; Private Collection; French, out of copyright

American poster, Shoot Ships to Germany, WW1
American poster, design by Adolph Treidler, Shoot Ships to Germany and help America Win, First World War. 1917

Charles M Schwab, Great American Steel Trust
Charles M Schwab, Manager of the Great American Steel Trust

Gustav Benedikt Schwab 2
GUSTAV BENEDIKT SCHWAB German poet and theologian Date: 1792 - 1850

Gustav Benedikt Schwab 1
GUSTAV BENEDIKT SCHWAB German poet and theologian Date: 1792 - 1850

PULLMAN CAR: LORETTO. Interior of the private railroad car, Loretto, built for Charles M. Schwab in 1917

Kerner / Uhland / Schwab
JUSTINUS ANDREAS CHRISTIAN KERNER German poet and physician with Uhland and Gustav Schwab, with whom he formed the Swabian School of poetry Date: 1786 - 1862

WORLD WAR I: POSTER, 1917. Shoot ships to Germany and help America win - Schwab. Lithograph by Adolph Triedler, 1917

CHARLES SCHWAB (1862-1939). Charles Michael Schwab. American industrialist. Photograph, c1915

DENIS KEARNEY (1847-1907). American (Irish-born) labor leader. The New Messiah of Communism, Coming Out of the West, in a Palace Car, to Save the Poor Workingmen

Shoot ships to Germany and help America win - Schwab. Poster showing two ships at sea, the larger one painted in camouflage, with text quoting Charles M. Schwab. Date 1917

LIBERTY IS NOT ANARCHY. Thomas Nasts 1886 cartoon approving The Supreme Courts guilty verdict in the trial of eight alleged anarchists, seven of whom were sentenced to death

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Gustav Benedikt Schwab was a renowned artist, known for his captivating paintings that depicted various scenes and emotions. His masterpiece, "The Silent Sea, " painted in 1916, showcases his exceptional talent and ability to evoke deep emotions through the use of colors and brushstrokes. During World War I, an American poster titled "Shoot Ships to Germany" emerged as a powerful propaganda tool. This poster urged citizens to support their country by aiding in the war effort. The inclusion of Schwab's name on this poster highlights his influence and reputation during that time. Another prominent figure with the surname Schwab is Charles M. Schwab, who played a significant role in shaping America's steel industry through his leadership in the Great American Steel Trust. His contributions were instrumental in transforming the nation into an industrial powerhouse. Schwab's name often appears alongside other notable figures such as Kerner and Uhland, suggesting possible collaborations or connections within their respective fields. Additionally, Charles M. Schwab had a luxurious private railroad car named Loretto which featured exquisite interiors designed for comfort and elegance during travel. In 1917, amidst World War I tensions, another poster bearing Schwab's name circulated urging Americans to shoot ships bound for Germany as a means to aid their country's victory. Charles Michael Schwab remains an iconic figure even today due to his immense impact on American industry. Photographs capture him exuding confidence and determination while leading various ventures throughout his life. Lastly, Denis Kearney was an Irish-born labor leader who gained popularity as "The New Messiah of Communism. " Although not directly related to Gustav Benedikt or Charles M. , it is interesting how different individuals with similar surnames made significant contributions across diverse fields throughout history.