Theodor Hosemann

Paintings of Theodor Hosemann

Theodor Hosemann (1807–1875) was a German painter, illustrator and graphic artist, born in Brandenburg an der Havel in 1807. He spent most of his professional life in Berlin, where he became well known for his humorous and often satirical depictions of everyday life. Hosemann began his artistic career at a young age and initially worked as a lithographer. He later became one of the most prolific illustrators of nineteenth-century Germany. His illustrations appeared in numerous books, magazines and other publications, capturing the customs, fashions and social contrasts of his time.

His work often portrayed ordinary people, including craftsmen, street vendors, soldiers, schoolchildren and members of the middle and lower classes. With a keen eye for human behaviour, he combined lively observation with gentle humour and social commentary. Hosemann was particularly skilled at depicting bustling street scenes and comic situations, making his illustrations valuable visual records of life in nineteenth-century Berlin. Although he also produced paintings, he is best remembered for his drawings and prints.

Today, his work is appreciated not only for its artistic qualities but also for the insight it provides into German urban society during the nineteenth century.

Length and width 1865

9801 Length and width 1865

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The three musicians 1833

9802 The three musicians 1833

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The Little Cavalier 1849

9803 The Little Cavalier 1849

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The Cherry Seller 1865

9804 The Cherry Seller 1865

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The young violinist 1845

9805 The young violinist 1845

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Corner stander 1834

9806 Corner stander 1834

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Masons in the construction of the Red Town Hall, Berlin 1861

9807 Masons in the construction of the Red Town Hall, Berlin 1861

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Little goatherd 1872

9808 Little goatherd 1872

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Wine bar 1858

9809 Wine bar 1858

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Liszt in the concert hall 1842

9810 Liszt in the concert hall 1842

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Angler in a boat with umbrella 1846

9811 Angler in a boat with umbrella 1846

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Two mothers with their children 1868

9812 Two mothers with their children 1868

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Brandenburg in winter 1838

9813 Brandenburg in winter 1838

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Worse for Wear 1836

9814 Worse for Wear 1836

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