Johann Georg Collection

Stralsund, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Stralsund, c1740. The city of Stralsund (Stralesunda in Latin), on the Baltic coast of Germany, with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Countess Marie Sophie of Solms-Laubach (1721-1793), Duchess of Württemberg-Oels, ca 1752
Countess Marie Sophie of Solms-Laubach (1721-1793), Duchess of Wurttemberg-Oels, ca 1752. Private Collection

Portrait of Karl August, Prince of Waldeck and Pyrmont (1704-1763), 1748. Creator: Ziesenis, Johann Georg
Portrait of Karl August, Prince of Waldeck and Pyrmont (1704-1763), 1748. Private Collection

Princess Charlotte of Saxe-Meiningen (1751-1827), Duchess of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg. Private Collection

Flute, lute, cello and violin; Johann Georg Platzer (1704-1761), 1948. Artist
Flute, lute, cello and violin; Johann Georg Platzer (1704-1761), 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

The Ark of the Covenant, from Book of Cartouches, mid-18th century

Portrait of Ernest II, Duke of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg (1745-1804), 1768. Creator: Ziesenis
Portrait of Ernest II, Duke of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg (1745-1804), 1768. Found in the Collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Friederike Caroline Luise of Hesse-Darmstadt (1752-1782), Duchess of Mecklenburg-Strelitz. Private Collection

Tournament in celebration of the Christening of Sigismund, son of John George, Elector of Brandenburg, at Colln Castle
3101034 Tournament in celebration of the Christening of Sigismund, son of John George, Elector of Brandenburg, at Colln Castle, 1572 (etching) by German School

John George with the plans for Spandau Citadel in 1580 (colour litho)
725442 John George with the plans for Spandau Citadel in 1580 (colour litho) by Rohling, Carl (1849-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: John George with the plans for Spandau Citadel in 1580)

Arrival of King Christian IV of Denmark in Berlin on a visit to the John George, Elector of Brandenburg
3101255 Arrival of King Christian IV of Denmark in Berlin on a visit to the John George, Elector of Brandenburg, 6 October 1595 (etching) by European School

John George, Elector of Brandenburg, 1572 (woodcut)
3101261 John George, Elector of Brandenburg, 1572 (woodcut) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John George, Elector of Brandenburg (1525-1598), 1572

Leonhard Thurneysser, scholar and alchemist at the court of Elector John George of Brandenburg (woodcut)
3101264 Leonhard Thurneysser, scholar and alchemist at the court of Elector John George of Brandenburg (woodcut) by English School

Portrait of Charles II August (1746-1795), Duke of Zweibrücken, ca 1757
Portrait of Charles II August (1746-1795), Duke of Zweibrucken, ca 1757. Private Collection

Architecture, 18th century. Creator: Johann Georg Hertel
Architecture, 18th century

Josephs Coat Brought to Jacob, ca. 1633. Creator: Johann Georg Hertel
Josephs Coat Brought to Jacob, ca. 1633

Jael slaying Sisera, 1705-62. Creator: Johann Georg Bergmuller
Jael slaying Sisera, 1705-62

Judith slaying Holofernes, 1705-62. Creator: Johann Georg Bergmuller
Judith slaying Holofernes, 1705-62

David with the Head of Goliath, 1705-62. Creator: Johann Georg Bergmuller
David with the Head of Goliath, 1705-62

Wall Elevation with a Double Door, from Wandfüllungen, ca. 1748-70
Wall Elevation with a Double Door, from Wandfullungen, ca. 1748-70

Wall Elevation with a Secretaire, from Schreibtische, ca. 1748-70

Washerwomen in Front of a Cottage, 1769. Creator: Johann Georg Wille
Washerwomen in Front of a Cottage, 1769

The Morning, 1732-67. Creator: Johann Georg Wagner
The Morning, 1732-67

Returning Home, 19th century. Creator: Johann Georg Meyer
Returning Home, 19th century

[Meyer George von Bremen], 1860s. Creator: Heinrich Graf
[Meyer George von Bremen], 1860s

Design for an Aedicular Altar with St. Paul at the Left, mid-18th century

Self-Portrait, ca 1744. Creator: Ziesenis, Johann Georg, the Younger (1716-1776)
Self-Portrait, ca 1744. Private Collection

Graevius, (1632-1703), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Graevius, (1632-1703), 1830. Johann Georg Graevius, Grava or Greffe (1632-1703) German classical scholar and critic with a high reputation as a teacher, favoured by William III of England

Bolzano, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Bolzano, c1740. The city of Bolzano in Italy, with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Olomouc, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Olomouc, c1740. The city of Olomouc in Moravia, (Czech Republic), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Trento, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Trento, c1740. The city of Trento in Italy (Tridentum in Latin), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Passau, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Passau, c1740. The city of Passau in Germany, (Passavia in Latin), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Augsburg, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Augsburg, c1740. The city of Augsburg in Germany, (Augusta Vindelicorum in Latin), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Lille, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Lille, c1740. The city of Lille in Flanders, (France), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated. On the right is a shop interior

Innsbruck, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Innsbruck, c1740. The city of Innsbruck in Austria (Oenipons in Latin), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Nuremberg, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Nuremberg, c1740. The city of Nuremberg in Bavaria, Germany (Numburgum in Latin), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Brno, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Brno, c1740. The city of Brno in Moravia (Czech Republic), with churches and principal landmarks indicated, and Spilberk Castle beyond

Regensburg, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Regensburg, c1740. The city of Regensburg in Germany (Ratisbona in Latin), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Würzburg, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Wurzburg, c1740. The city of Wurzburg in Germany, (Herbipolis in Latin), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Graz, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Graz, c1740. The city of Graz in Austria, (Graecium in Latin), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Leipzig, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Leipzig, c1740. The city of Leipzig in Germany (Lipsia in Latin), with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Lyon, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Lyon, c1740. The city of Lyon in France, with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, and principal landmarks indicated

Namur, c1740. Creator: Johann Georg Ringlin
Namur, c1740. The city of Namur in Belgium, with a coat of arms in the foreground, and churches, castles, the River Meuse and principal landmarks indicated

Portrait of Frederick II of Prussia (1712-1786), 1763. Creator: Ziesenis, Johann Georg
Portrait of Frederick II of Prussia (1712-1786), 1763. Found in the Collection of Stiftung PreuB ische Schlo sser und Ga rten Berlin-Brandenburg

Violin; Nicola Amati, Cremona; seventeenth century, 1948. Artist: Johann Georg Platzer
Violin; Nicola Amati, Cremona; seventeenth century, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Duchess Anna Amalia of Brunswick-Wolfenbuttel (1739-1807). Artist: Ziesenis, Johann Georg, the Younger (1716-1776)
Duchess Anna Amalia of Brunswick-Wolfenbuttel (1739-1807). Found in the collection of Wittumspalais, Weimar

Maurice de Saxe, German soldier, 18th century (1894). Artist: Johann Georg White
Maurice de Saxe (1696-1750), German soldier, 18th century (1894). From A Collection of Engraved Portraits (Further Selection) Exhibited by the Late James Anderson Rose

Frederick the Great, King of Prussia, (1903). Artist: Antoine Pesne
Frederick the Great, King of Prussia, (1903). Frederick II (1712-1786) ruled Prussia from 1740. He enlarged Prussian territory by acquiring Silesia from Austria in the War of the Austrian Succession

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"Johann Georg: A Journey through Art, Music, and History" Step into the world of Johann Georg, a name that resonates with creativity and influence. Born in Stralsund around 1740, this talented individual left an indelible mark on various artistic realms. In the realm of music, we encounter Johann Georg Ringlin's masterpiece from 1948 - a harmonious quartet featuring the enchanting sounds of flute, lute, cello, and violin. This composition showcases Ringlin's brilliance as a composer. Moving to visual artistry, we are captivated by Johann Georg Platzer's portrayal of The Ark of the Covenant. Crafted during the mid-18th century for Book of Cartouches project; it depicts Platzer's exceptional attention to detail and mastery in capturing biblical narratives. Portraits also play a significant role in our exploration. Ziesenis' 1768 portrait presents Ernest II – Duke of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg – exuding regal elegance while Friederike Caroline Luise of Hesse-Darmstadt reveals her grace as Duchess of Mecklenburg-Strelitz. Delving deeper into history brings us to Colln Castle where John George celebrates his son Sigismund's christening with an extravagant tournament in 1572. An etching immortalizes this grand event forever. John George leaves no stone unturned when it comes to architectural prowess. In 1580 he is depicted meticulously planning Spandau Citadel while welcoming King Christian IV of Denmark to Berlin in 1595 - both events captured through exquisite etchings. Woodcuts further showcase John George’s significance within society as he is portrayed alongside scholars like Leonhard Thurneysser and even featured on his own woodcut from 1572 as Elector John George Brandenburg. Finally, we encounter another remarkable figure named Charles II August – Duke Zweibrücken – through a captivating portrait from around 1757.