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Hernig, Georg

Rudolf (czynny we Wrocławiu 1933-1947), fot. Jagusch

1945

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From the collection of Library of the Wroclaw University

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Hernig, Georg is a 1945 unspecified by Rudolf (czynny we Wrocławiu 1933-1947), fot. Jagusch, held at Library of the Wroclaw University.

Who painted this?: Rudolf (czynny we Wrocławiu 1933-1947), fot. Jagusch
When & what style?: 1945
Where can I see it?: Library of the Wroclaw University

About this work

This painting shows a man in a vertical oval frame with a coat of arms. He's wearing old-fashioned clothes and has a serious expression. The man is Georg Hernig, a historical figure from the 16th century. The painting has some interesting details, like the inscription at the top that says when he was in charge. It also mentions when he died, which is a pretty specific fact to include in a portrait. You can learn more about this style of portrait by looking at the work of artist: Jagusch, Rudolf (czynny we Wrocławiu 1933-1947), fot.

About the artist

Artist

Rudolf (czynny we Wrocławiu 1933-1947), fot. Jagusch

Rudolf Jagusch worked in Wrocław between 1933 and 1947. He made photographs of city scenes and portraits during those years. His surviving prints show shopfronts, street corners, and local figures in black-and-white.…

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