1793-1843

The 19th century is frequently referred to as the “century of nationalisms.” Indeed, in the art history of the period the idea of national schools of art had broad currency. However, both of these constructs are heavily contradicted by historical reality, as they fail to appreciate transnational currents in the development of artistic expression as well as the international mobility of artists – particularly during their formative years. From 1800 onward young artists from the German-speaking wo