Franz 1797 1857 Collection

Portrait of the imperial personal physician Nicholas Martin Arendt (1785-1859), 1836. Artist: Kruger, Franz (1797-1857)
Portrait of the imperial personal physician Nicholas Martin Arendt (1785-1859), 1836. Found in the collection of State Museum of A.S. Pushkin, Moscow

Tsar Nicholas I of Russia with Tsarevich Alexander and his Retinue. Creator: Krüger
Tsar Nicholas I of Russia with Tsarevich Alexander and his Retinue. Private Collection

Portrait of Pyotr Yakovlevich Ubri (Peter von Oubril) (1774-1847). Private Collection

Portrait of Bernhard Heinrich Romberg (1767-1841), ca 1820. Found in the Collection of Eotvos Lorand Tudomanyegyetem

Portrait of Nikolai Mikhaylovich Smirnov (1807-1870). Found in the Collection of State Museum of A.S. Pushkin, Moscow

Portrait of Fyodor Fyodorovich Kokoshkin (1773-1838), c. 1840. Found in the collection of I. Turgenev Memorial Museum, Moscow

Portrait of Karl Friedrich Schinkel, 1836. Artist: Kruger, Franz (1797-1857)
Portrait of Karl Friedrich Schinkel, 1836. Found in the collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Portrait of Count Alexander von Benckendorff (1783-1844). Artist: Kruger, Franz (1797-1857)
Portrait of Count Alexander von Benckendorff (1783-1844). Found in the collection of State Museum of A.S. Pushkin, Moscow

Before Christmas. Artist: Kruger, Franz (1797-1857)
Before Christmas. Private Collection

Portrait of Count Alexey Fyodorovich Orlov (1787-1862). Artist: Kruger, Franz (1797-1857)
Portrait of Count Alexey Fyodorovich Orlov (1787-1862). From a private collection

Portrait of Prince Pyotr Volkonsky (1776-1852), 1850. Artist: Kruger, Franz (1797-1857)
Portrait of Prince Pyotr Volkonsky (1776-1852), 1850. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Portrait of Prince Nikolai Saltykov in Fancy Dress, 1850. Artist: Kruger, Franz (1797-1857)
Portrait of Prince Nikolai Saltykov in Fancy Dress, 1850. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Parade on the Opernplatz in Berlin (Detail), 1824-1830. Artist: Kruger, Franz (1797-1857)
Parade on the Opernplatz in Berlin (Detail), 1824-1830. Found in the collection of the Staatliche Museen, Berlin

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Franz Kruger (1797-1857) was a renowned German painter, known for his exquisite portraits of prominent individuals during the 19th century. His attention to detail and ability to capture the essence of his subjects made him highly sought after by nobility and influential figures. One of his notable works is the "Portrait of the imperial personal physician Nicholas Martin Arendt" painted in 1836. This painting showcases Kruger's skill in capturing not only physical features but also the personality and character of Dr. Arendt. Another remarkable piece is "Tsar Nicholas I of Russia with Tsarevich Alexander and his Retinue. " In this painting, Kruger depicts a scene from Russian royalty, showcasing their opulent attire and regal presence. Kruger's talent extended beyond portraiture as seen in his work "Before Christmas. " This painting captures a festive atmosphere with people engaged in various activities, reflecting the joyous spirit surrounding Christmas celebrations. Throughout his career, Kruger had the privilege to paint numerous influential figures such as Pyotr Yakovlevich Ubri, Bernhard Heinrich Romberg, Nikolai Mikhaylovich Smirnov, Fyodor Fyodorovich Kokoshkin, Karl Friedrich Schinkel, Count Alexander von Benckendorff, Count Alexey Fyodorovich Orlov - each portrait highlighting their unique characteristics while maintaining an air of elegance and sophistication. In one particularly striking piece titled "Portrait of Prince Pyotr Volkonsky, " Kruger captures both strength and vulnerability within Prince Volkonsky's expression. The same level of artistry can be observed in "Portrait of Prince Nikolai Saltykov, " where he portrays Saltykov donning fancy dress attire with utmost grace. Franz Kruger left behind an enduring legacy through his exceptional artistic skills that immortalized some of history's most distinguished personalities.