16.10.1827–16.01.1901

Arnold Böcklin

Arnold Böcklin was born on October 16, 1827, in Basel, Switzerland. He was a Swiss painter, graphic artist, sculptor, and designer. Böcklin is among the prominent representatives of Symbolism in 19th-century European fine art. His creative legacy encompasses works in the genres of historical painting, landscape, and portrait. Notable works include 'Faun…

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Biography

Arnold Böcklin was born on October 16, 1827, in Basel, Switzerland. He was a Swiss painter, graphic artist, sculptor, and designer. Böcklin is among the prominent representatives of Symbolism in 19th-century European fine art. His creative legacy encompasses works in the genres of historical painting, landscape, and portrait. Notable works include 'Faun Whistling to a Thrush,' 'Self-Portrait with Death Playing the Violin,' and 'Isle of the Dead.' In addition to his artistic career, Arnold Böcklin also served as a university lecturer. He died on January 16, 1901, at the San Domenico monastery in Fiesole.

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