Christian Friedrich Collection

Night scene in a cave with an old woman holding burning coals in a pot, a boy blowing into the fire at left, ca. 1750-57

Riverside with Three Bathing Boys, 19th century. Creator: Christian Friedrich Gille
Riverside with Three Bathing Boys, 19th century

La Souris, c1763. Creator: Christian Friedrich Fritzsch
La Souris, c1763. The mouse, and below its skeleton. The " Histoire Naturelle, generale et particuliere, avec la description du Cabinet du Roi", (Natural History, General and Particular)

La Noctule & La Serotine, c1763. Creator: Christian Friedrich Fritzsch
La Noctule & La Serotine, c1763. The Common noctule bat and the serotine bat. The " Histoire Naturelle, generale et particuliere, avec la description du Cabinet du Roi", (Natural History)

La Chauve-Souris les Ailes entendues & La Chauve-Souris sur ses quatre Jambes, c1763. Bat shown with wings extended, and on all fours

Le Fer-A-Cheval & Le Fer-A-Cheval suspendu par les pieds, c1763. The Greater horseshoe bat showin on all fours, and hanging upside-down

La Taupe & La Taupe Depoiuillee de sa Peau, c1763. The mole, and the mole without its skin. The " Histoire Naturelle, generale et particuliere, avec la description du Cabinet du Roi"

La Barbastelle & La Pipistrelle, c1763. Creator: Christian Friedrich Fritzsch
La Barbastelle & La Pipistrelle, c1763. The barbastelle bat and the pipistrelle bat. The " Histoire Naturelle, generale et particuliere, avec la description du Cabinet du Roi"

Georg II, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Georg II, (1933). Portrait of George II (1683-1760), King of Great Britain and Ireland, Duke of Brunswick-Lü neburg (Hanover) and a prince-elector of the Holy Roman Empire

Robert Walpole, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Robert Walpole, (1933). Portrait of Sir Robert Walpole, 1st Earl of Orford (1676-1745). Although the title was never used to refer to him at the time

Georg Friedrich Handel, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Georg Friedrich Ha ndel, (1933). Portrait of German-born British Baroque composer George Frideric Handel (1685-1759) who lived much of his life in England, where he composed his masterpiece

Christian Frederick Zincke, 1752. Artist: William Hoare
Christian Frederick Zincke, 1752. Zincke (c1684-1767), painter of miniatures in enamels. From The Connoisseur Volume LXXXIII, edited by C. Reginald Grundy. [The Connoisseur Ltd, London, 1929]

Group of portraits, late 17th - early 18th century (1906). Top: Sarah Jennings, Duchess of Marlborough; top left: Lady Katherine Hyde, Duchess of Queensberry; top right: John, Duke of Montagu

Group of royal portraits, late 17th - early 18th century (1906). Queen Anne (enamel by C Boit, 1713), William III (portion of miniature), Mary II (enamel by CF Zincke), George I (by Bernard Lens)

Christian Friedrich Schoenbein (1799-1868), German-Swiss chemist, 1900. Schoebein is perhaps best known his discovery of guncotton

Baron Stockmar, (1787-1863), 19th century. Anglo-Belgian statesman, born in Coburg of a Swedish family. Illustration from The life and times of Queen Victoria, by Robert Wilson, (1900)

Christian Friedrich Schwarz, German Protestant missionary to India, (1834). Artist: E Scriven
Christian Friedrich Schwarz, German Protestant missionary to India, (1834). Schwarz (1726-1798) spent almost fifty years working in India

Self-portrait, 1840. Artist: Friedrich Kuhnel
Self-portrait, 1840. Kuhnel, Friedrich (1766-1841). Found in the collection of the State V. Tropinin-Museum, Moscow

Christian Friedrich Schonbein, German chemist, c1898. Schonbein (1799-1869) began his investigation of ozone in 1839. He worked on nitrocellulose and produced gunoctton for use in firearms in 1846

Small Bust Demosthenes Johann Winckelmanns Sendschreiben
Small Bust of Demosthenes, Johann Winckelmanns Sendschreiben von den herkulanischen Entdeckungen, Boetius, Christian Friedrich, 1706-1782, Bruhl, Heinrich, Graf von, 1700-1763, Walther

Female Nude Turban Christian Friedrich Gille
Female Nude with a Turban; Christian Friedrich Gille (German, 1805 - 1899); Germany, Europe; 1855; Graphite; 33 × 15.8 cm (13 × 6 1, 4 in.)

Woman with a Raven (Die Frau mit dem Raben am Abgrund), probably 1803

Seated Woman with a Spider's Web (Die Frau mit dem Spinnennnetz zwischen kahlen B... probably 1803)
Seated Woman with a Spider's Web (Die Frau mit dem Spinnennnetz zwischen kahlen Baumen), probably 1803

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Christian Friedrich was a multi-talented artist who left an indelible mark on the art world with his diverse creations. His works spanned various genres and mediums, showcasing his versatility and creativity. In "Riverside with Three Bathing Boys, " Christian Friedrich captured the innocence and joy of youth as three boys playfully frolic in a serene riverside setting. The painting exudes a sense of tranquility, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the idyllic scene. Another notable work by Christian Friedrich is "La Souris. " This captivating piece depicts an old woman holding burning coals in a pot within a mysterious cave at night. The interplay between light and shadow creates an eerie atmosphere, leaving viewers intrigued by the story behind this enigmatic figure. Christian Friedrich's fascination with nocturnal creatures is evident in his series "La Noctule & La Serotine" and "La Chauve-Souris les Ailes entendues & La Chauve-Souris sur ses quatre Jambes. " These intricate illustrations showcase bats in different poses, highlighting their unique characteristics. Through meticulous attention to detail, Christian Friedrich brings these creatures to life on paper. His exploration of nature extends beyond bats; he also delves into other animals' lives. In "Le Fer-A-Cheval & Le Fer-A-Cheval suspendu par les pieds, " he portrays horseshoe crabs suspended upside down—a thought-provoking image that challenges conventional perspectives. Additionally, Christian Friedrich's keen observation is evident in pieces like "La Taupe & La Taupe Depoiuillee de sa Peau" where he captures the intricacies of mole anatomy through detailed sketches. Such dedication showcases his commitment to portraying subjects accurately while maintaining artistic flair. Not limited to wildlife depictions alone, it also ventured into portraiture.