Who painted Vögelträmer (Bird Vendor)?

Vögelträmer (Bird Vendor) was painted by Johann Georg Mansfeld in 1775.

Where can I see Vögelträmer (Bird Vendor)?

Vögelträmer (Bird Vendor) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Vögelträmer (Bird Vendor)?

Vögelträmer (Bird Vendor) is associated with Romanticism.

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Museum-quality prints of Vögelträmer (Bird Vendor) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Vögelträmer (Bird Vendor)

Johann Georg Mansfeld , 1775

Vögelträmer (Bird Vendor) is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Johann Georg Mansfeld. It dates from 1775 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left in plate: Gezeichnet v. C. Brand Prof.; lower right in plate: Gestochen v. J. Mansfeld.; lower center in plate: Vögelträmer/Vendeur d'oiseaux.

About this work

Overview

Vögelträmer (Bird Vendor) is an engraving on laid paper created by Johann Georg Mansfeld in 1775.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving depicts a man, identified as a bird vendor by the title, seated on the ground surrounded by birdcages. He is dressed in a long coat, hat, and vest, and holds a cane. The scene is set in an outdoor market or street corner, suggesting the vendor is selling the caged birds.

Technique & Style

The engraving features precise, dark lines that create shadows, giving the image depth. The technique of engraving involves carving a design into a surface, which is then used to print the image onto paper.