Floor plan

Time and place19th-century Germany

19th-century Germany

The image shows a landscape with a valley leading towards two mountain peaks known as the Peaks of Otter. The horizon is low, with the mountains dominating the scene. The brushwork is smooth and delicate, and the color palette consists of muted earth tones, greens, and soft blues. In the foreground, there are cattle grazing in a field with a wooden fence, and a couple of houses among trees to the left. Further back, there are open fields with horses and agricultural activities, leading to a dense tree line at the base of the mountains.
A work made of oil on canvas.
Rhine at the Lurlei, by George Elbert Burr, 1900
The image shows a landscape with a wooden bridge crossing over a river in a valley. The scenery includes cliffs, trees, and flowing water below. The artwork features fine, detailed brushstrokes depicting the texture of the cliffs, foliage, and water. The color scheme is monochromatic with various shades of gray and sepia tones. Two figures are seen on the bridge, contributing to the sense of scale and activity in the serene setting.
Two Men Contemplating the Moon, by Caspar David Friedrich, ca. 1825–30
Seated Female Nude (Self-Portrait?), by Paula Modersohn-Becker, c. 1899
Black ink drawing of forested landscape, statue of woman holding child at pinnacle of mountain.
The image shows a person lying down, positioned on their side, resting on a pillow. The individual appears to be asleep, with closed eyes, slightly parted lips, and a relaxed facial expression. The person has light-colored hair, partially covered by a white nightcap, and is dressed in white nightwear with a ruffled collar. They are covered by a white blanket and their hand is partially visible near the face, with fingers interlaced. The background features a wooden headboard or furniture piece.

The works in this room are listed below.

Works in this room

Works made in Germany in the 19th century.

First room, north wall

  1. The image shows a landscape with a valley leading towards two mountain peaks known as the Peaks of Otter. The horizon is low, with the mountains dominating the scene. The brushwork is smooth and delicate, and the color palette consists of muted earth tones, greens, and soft blues. In the foreground, there are cattle grazing in a field with a wooden fence, and a couple of houses among trees to the left. Further back, there are open fields with horses and agricultural activities, leading to a dense tree line at the base of the mountains.
    View of the Peaks of OtterWoldemar Rau, 1858Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington
  2. A work made of oil on canvas.
    The Fountain at GrottaferrataAdrian Ludwig (Ludwig) Richter, 1832Courtesy of the Art Institute of Chicago
  3. Rhine at the Lurlei, by George Elbert Burr, 1900
    Rhine at the LurleiGeorge Elbert Burr, 1900Courtesy of the Smithsonian American Art Museum
  4. The image shows a landscape with a wooden bridge crossing over a river in a valley. The scenery includes cliffs, trees, and flowing water below. The artwork features fine, detailed brushstrokes depicting the texture of the cliffs, foliage, and water. The color scheme is monochromatic with various shades of gray and sepia tones. Two figures are seen on the bridge, contributing to the sense of scale and activity in the serene setting.
    Im Höllenthal (In the Höllen Valley)Johann Christoph Erhard, 1818Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington

First room, south wall

  1. Two Men Contemplating the Moon, by Caspar David Friedrich, ca. 1825–30
    Two Men Contemplating the MoonCaspar David Friedrich, ca. 1825–30Courtesy of The Metropolitan Museum of Art
  2. Seated Female Nude (Self-Portrait?), by Paula Modersohn-Becker, c. 1899
    Seated Female Nude (Self-Portrait?)Paula Modersohn-Becker, c. 1899Courtesy of the Cleveland Museum of Art
  3. Black ink drawing of forested landscape, statue of woman holding child at pinnacle of mountain.
    Statue of the Madonna in the MountainsCaspar David Friedrich, 1804Courtesy of the Art Institute of Chicago
  4. The image shows a person lying down, positioned on their side, resting on a pillow. The individual appears to be asleep, with closed eyes, slightly parted lips, and a relaxed facial expression. The person has light-colored hair, partially covered by a white nightcap, and is dressed in white nightwear with a ruffled collar. They are covered by a white blanket and their hand is partially visible near the face, with fingers interlaced. The background features a wooden headboard or furniture piece.
    An Infant Asleep in His CribAdolph Menzel, 1848Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington

Second room, south wall

  1. The image shows a man's head and part of his neck in profile view. The man is looking to the left, showcasing his facial features. He has a prominent nose, cheekbones, dark hair with hints of gray at the sides, and a white beard under his chin. He is wearing a gray collar that is partially visible. The background is a plain, muted brown color. There are no objects or jewelry visible in the image.
    Profile of a Man with SidewhiskersUnrecorded German maker, c. 1850Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington
  2. This is a drawing of a rustic interior scene. The artwork depicts an interior where a table is surrounded by chairs. On the table, there is a bowl, as the individuals appear to be interacting or reaching towards it. In the background, livestock and chickens are visible, suggesting the environment is possibly a farm or a barn with a dining space. The use of soft lines and shading creates a warm, intimate, and slightly somber atmosphere within the image, with light and shadow playing an important role in highlighting the subjects and their surroundings.
    East Frisian Peasants Eating SupperMax Liebermann, 1893Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington
  3. The image shows a residential area with barren trees, rooftops of houses, and people walking along fences. The trees sway in the wind, their branches extending in various directions. The scene is depicted in a monochromatic black and white style, with expressive lines creating a sense of movement and a sketch-like quality. The horizon is high, showing rooftops and the sun above it.
    LandscapeTheo von BrockhusenCourtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington

Second room, north wall

  1. A work made of oil on canvas.
    Inside the ColosseumFranz Ludwig Catel, c. 1823Courtesy of the Art Institute of Chicago
  2. A work made of oil on paper, laid onto cardboard.
    A Farmhouse in the Bavarian AlpsJohann Georg von Dillis, c. 1825Courtesy of the Art Institute of Chicago
  3. Four women with musical instruments lounge in a massive garden courtyard.
    The Interior of the Palm House on the Pfaueninsel Near PotsdamCarl Blechen, 1834Courtesy of the Art Institute of Chicago