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Ludwig I Of Bavaria Collection

"Ludwig I of Bavaria: A Visionary King and Patron of the Arts" Ludwig I, born in 1786 and passing away in 1868

Background imageLudwig I Of Bavaria Collection: Portrait of Queen Therese of Bavaria (1792-1854), 1855. Creator: Stieler, Joseph Karl (1781-1858)

Portrait of Queen Therese of Bavaria (1792-1854), 1855. Creator: Stieler, Joseph Karl (1781-1858)
Portrait of Queen Therese of Bavaria (1792-1854), 1855. Private Collection

Background imageLudwig I Of Bavaria Collection: Ludwig I. 1786, 1868, was King of Bavaria, Germany, from 1825 until the revolutions of 1848

Ludwig I. 1786, 1868, was King of Bavaria, Germany, from 1825 until the revolutions of 1848, Historical
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Background imageLudwig I Of Bavaria Collection: Portrait of Ludwig I of Bavaria (1786-1868), after 1825. Creator: Anonymous

Portrait of Ludwig I of Bavaria (1786-1868), after 1825. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Ludwig I of Bavaria (1786-1868), after 1825. Private Collection

Background imageLudwig I Of Bavaria Collection: The Grand Staircase, in the Palace at Wurzburg, 1845. Creator: Unknown

The Grand Staircase, in the Palace at Wurzburg, 1845. Creator: Unknown
The Grand Staircase, in the Palace at Wurzburg, 1845. Queen Victoria at the Wurzburg Residence in Germany. Her Majesty has ascended the first flight of stairs

Background imageLudwig I Of Bavaria Collection: Homage from Bavarian artists to King Ludwig I, 1874. Creator: Peter Herwegen

Homage from Bavarian artists to King Ludwig I, 1874. Creator: Peter Herwegen
Homage from Bavarian artists to King Ludwig I, 1874

Background imageLudwig I Of Bavaria Collection: Portrait of Ludwig I of Bavaria (1786-1868), 1821-1822. Creator: Stieler, Joseph Karl (1781-1858)

Portrait of Ludwig I of Bavaria (1786-1868), 1821-1822. Creator: Stieler, Joseph Karl (1781-1858)
Portrait of Ludwig I of Bavaria (1786-1868), 1821-1822. Found in the Collection of Thorvaldsens Museum, Copenhagen

Background imageLudwig I Of Bavaria Collection: Wooden ceiling in the nave of Monreale Cathedral, Palermo, Sicily, Italy, (1928). Creator: Unknown

Wooden ceiling in the nave of Monreale Cathedral, Palermo, Sicily, Italy, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Wooden ceiling in the nave of Monreale Cathedral, Palermo, Sicily, Italy, (1928). About 1840...Section and view from beneath of the wooden ceiling in the nave...it was completely renovated in

Background imageLudwig I Of Bavaria Collection: Jerome Bonaparte, King of Westphalia, Prince Louis Ferdinand of Prussia

Jerome Bonaparte, King of Westphalia, Prince Louis Ferdinand of Prussia and Ludwig I of Bavaria, ca 1809. From a private collection

Background imageLudwig I Of Bavaria Collection: Ludwig I, (1933). Creator: Unknown

Ludwig I, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Ludwig I, (1933). Portrait of Ludwig I, King of Bavaria (1786-1868) who abdicated in favour of his son, Maximilian, in the face of protests and demonstarions during the revolutions of 1848

Background imageLudwig I Of Bavaria Collection: Portrait of Ludwig I of Bavaria (1786-1868)

Portrait of Ludwig I of Bavaria (1786-1868). Private Collection

Background imageLudwig I Of Bavaria Collection: Lola Montez 1818-1861. - Gemalde von Stieler, 1934

Lola Montez 1818-1861. - Gemalde von Stieler, 1934
Lola Montez 1818-1861, 1934. Marie Dolores Eliza Rosanna Gilbert, Countess of Landsfeld (1821-1861), better known by the stage name Lola Montez

Background imageLudwig I Of Bavaria Collection: King Ludwig I of Bavaria, 1862. Artist: Joseph Albert

King Ludwig I of Bavaria, 1862. Artist: Joseph Albert
King Ludwig I of Bavaria, 1862. Ludwig I (1786-1868) ruled Bavaria from 1825 until 1848, when he abdicated in favour of his son, Maximilian



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"Ludwig I of Bavaria: A Visionary King and Patron of the Arts" Ludwig I, born in 1786 and passing away in 1868, was a prominent figure in German history as the King of Bavaria from 1825 to 1848. Despite his reign being marked by political unrest during the revolutions of 1848, Ludwig I left an indelible mark on Bavarian culture and art. This digitally restored reproduction of an original 19th-century artwork captures Ludwig I's regal presence. The exact date of this portrait remains unknown, but it showcases his dignified stature and commanding gaze. In another captivating portrait from after he ascended to the throne, Ludwig I is depicted with great attention to detail by an anonymous artist. This painting reflects both his refined taste for aesthetics and his commitment to preserving cultural heritage. One masterpiece that stands as a testament to Ludwig I's architectural patronage is "The Grand Staircase" at Wurzburg Palace. Created in 1845, this majestic staircase exemplifies the opulence favored by Ludwig I while showcasing intricate craftsmanship. A remarkable homage paid to King Ludwig comes through Peter Herwegen's artwork titled "Homage from Bavarian artists. " Created in 1874, this piece immortalizes the deep appreciation artists had for their royal benefactor who supported their creative endeavors. Renowned painter Joseph Karl Stieler captured multiple facets of Ludwig I's life through portraiture. In one such work dating back to 1821-1822, Stieler portrays him with grace and elegance befitting a king who championed artistic expression throughout his reign. While not directly related to Ludwig I himself, a wooden ceiling within Monreale Cathedral serves as a reminder that art transcends borders. Located in Palermo, Sicily, Italy, this stunning example depicts scenes from biblical narratives with exquisite craftsmanship—an emblematic display of the artistic legacy Ludwig I cherished.