Hans Makart
1840
- 1884
Austrian Academic Painter
Movement : Orientalist painting
Hans Makart, born in 1840 in Salzburg and died in 1884 in Vienna, was an Austrian painter known for his historical and decorative works. His paintings, such as 'The Entry of Charles V into Antwerp' and 'The Five Senses,' are celebrated for their opulent compositions and vibrant use of color, capturing the essence of Academic grandeur and elegance. Influenced by the Venetian Renaissance and his contemporary Gustave Courbet, Makart's technique involved a lavish and theatrical approach to composition and color, conveying the splendor and drama of his subjects. His career was marked by his ability to depict the luxury and spectacle of the Habsburg Empire, making him a significant figure in 19th-century Austrian painting.
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