Tromp Loeil Collection

Princess and attendant in trompe l'oeil window, c.1765 (opaque w/c and gold on paper)
XOS5874007 Princess and attendant in trompe l'oeil window, c.1765 (opaque w/c and gold on paper) by Khan, Aqil (active mid-1700s); 12.5x7.8 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Wallpaper design by Joseph Dufour et Cie, Macon, France, c.1800-27 (wallpaper)
BAL112375 Wallpaper design by Joseph Dufour et Cie, Macon, France, c.1800-27 (wallpaper); Deutsches Tapetenmuseum, Kassel, Germany.

Trompe l'Oeil Still Life, c.1754 (gouache, tempera? and w/c)
XOS5874072 Trompe l'Oeil Still Life, c.1754 (gouache, tempera? and w/c) by Meyer, Jacobus Cornelis (18th century); 37.3x27.4 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Two young women driving a car, early 20th century (b/w photo)
PCT5618254 Two young women driving a car, early 20th century (b/w photo); (add.info.: Two young women driving a car: photograph with trompe-l'oeil decoration taken in a studio at the beginning of)

Card Rack with a Jack of Hearts, c.1895 (oil on canvas)
XOS5878804 Card Rack with a Jack of Hearts, c.1895 (oil on canvas) by Peto, John Frederick (1854-1907); 95.9x83.2 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Painting by John F)

Dancing Satyr, from the Villa of Mysteries, 1st century BC (fresco)
IND106389 Dancing Satyr, from the Villa of Mysteries, 1st century BC (fresco) by Roman (1st century AD); Area archeologica di Pompei, Naples, Campania, Italy; Index Fototeca

Frescos on the walls of the Pentheus room, House of the Vettii, 1st century AD (photo)
IND113535 Frescos on the walls of the Pentheus room, House of the Vettii, 1st century AD (photo) by Roman (1st century AD); The Palatine, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: LtoR Punishment of Dirce)

Germany, Bavaria (Bayern), Oberammergau

Germany, Bavaria (Bayern), Mittenwald, LAoftlmalerei (tromp l oeil painted buildings)

Charity, c. 1305 (fresco)
BEN73830 Charity, c.1305 (fresco) by Giotto (Giotto di Bondone) (c.1266-1337); Scrovegni (Arena) Chapel, Padua, Italy; Photo eRaffaello Bencini; Italian, out of copyright

Tabletop with Violin (oil on canvas)
CH203899 Tabletop with Violin (oil on canvas) by Peto, John Frederick (1854-1907); 76.2x114.3 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

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Poland, Wroclaw, detail of building facade with tromp l oiel painted mural in the Rynek old town square

Germany, Bavaria (Bayern), Mittenwald, Lü ftlmalerei (tromp l oeil painted buildings) Germany, Bavaria (Bayern), Mittenwald, Lü ftlmalerei (tromp l oeil painted buildings) Germany

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"Tromp l'oeil: A Captivating Artistic Illusion" Step into the enchanting world of tromp l'oeil, a mesmerizing art technique that deceives the eye and transports you to another realm. Originating in Germany's picturesque region of Bavaria, specifically Oberammergau and Mittenwald, this artistic style has captivated audiences for centuries. In Mittenwald, known for its charming Lüftlmalerei (tromp l'oeil painted buildings), one can't help but be awestruck by the lifelike imagery adorning the facades. These masterpieces effortlessly blend reality with fantasy, creating an illusion so convincing that it seems as if windows open to reveal hidden worlds beyond. Meanwhile, in Oberammergau, tromp l'oeil takes on a different form through Lüftlmalerei. Here, vibrant frescoes adorn walls and ceilings with intricate details that trick the viewer's perception. As you wander through these streets steeped in history and culture, it becomes evident why Bavaria is renowned for its mastery of this art form. Venturing further south to Italy's capital city of Rome brings us to the church of Sant Ignazio di Loyola. Inside lies Andrea Pozzo's breathtaking tromp l'oeil decorated nave – a testament to his skillful craftsmanship. The grandeur of this masterpiece leaves visitors spellbound as they marvel at architectural elements seemingly extending far beyond their physical boundaries. Dating back to c. 1305 is Charity - an oil-on-canvas tabletop adorned with a violin - showcasing how tromp l'oeil transcends time and continues to inspire generations today. This exquisite piece exemplifies how artists manipulate light and shadow to create depth where there is none – fooling our senses into believing what we see before us is real.