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Moritz Von Schwind / Lenba
MORITZ VON SCHWIND Austrian painter, friend and roommate of Franz Schubert Date: 1804 - 1871
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1804 1871 Austrian Franz Friend Moritz Moustache Painter Schubert Schwind
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This image captures Moritz von Schwind (1804-1871), an Austrian painter whose friendship and shared living quarters with the renowned composer Franz Schubert (1797-1828) left an indelible mark on both their artistic and personal lives. Schwind's distinctive moustache and piercing gaze are evident in this portrait, which showcases his artistic mastery and intellectual intensity. Born in Vienna, Schwind studied under the tutelage of Johann Baptist Schmidt and later at the Academy of Fine Arts. He was a prolific painter, known for his romantic and mythological works, as well as his illustrations for books and periodicals. Schwind's most famous works include "The Wanderer's Dream" and "Lenba, or the Fairy of the Forest." Schwind and Schubert met in 1822, and their friendship deepened over the following years. They lived together from 1824 to 1826, a period of great creativity and productivity for both men. Schubert composed some of his most famous works during this time, including the Winterreise song cycle and the Trout Quintet. Schwind, in turn, created illustrations for Schubert's Lieder album and other publications. Despite their shared success, both men faced financial struggles and personal hardships. Schwind's later years were marked by poverty and ill health, while Schubert died at the young age of 31. Nevertheless, their friendship and artistic collaboration remain an important chapter in the history of Austrian culture, and their legacies continue to inspire and captivate audiences around the world.
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