Schadow Collection

Melpomene and Thalia, 1823-26. Creator: Johann Gottfried Schadow
Melpomene and Thalia, 1823-26

The Filatrice, from the statue by Schadow, in the possession of His Grace the Duke of Devonshire at Chatsworth
5199015 The Filatrice, from the statue by Schadow, in the possession of His Grace the Duke of Devonshire at Chatsworth (engraving) by Roffe, F

Self-Portrait, 1825. Creator: Schadow, Johann Gottfried (1764-1850)
Self-Portrait, 1825. Found in the Collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Portrait of Count Karl August von Hardenberg (1750-1822). Private Collection

Portrait of the Rabe Children: Hermann, age 14 and Edmond, age 7; verso: proof before corrections of small faults in the images, 1822

The Thoughtful Captain, 1822. Creator: Johann Gottfried Schadow
The Thoughtful Captain, 1822

Woman Alone, from the series The Dancing Pair Vigano. n. d
Woman Alone, from the series The Dancing Pair Vigano.n.d

Portrait of Siegmund Wilhelm Wohlbruck (1762-1834). n. d. Creator: Johann Gottfried Schadow
Portrait of Siegmund Wilhelm Wohlbruck (1762-1834).n.d

Schadow and His Family, 1925. Creator: Johann Gottfried Schadow
Schadow and His Family, 1925

Lunch at the Fork (Le Dejeuner ala Fourchette), 1813
Lunch at the Fork (Le Dejeuner a la Fourchette), 1813

Princess Marianne of Prussia (1785-1846), after 1812. Creator: Schadow, Friedrich Wilhelm
Princess Marianne of Prussia (1785-1846), after 1812. Private Collection

Self-Portrait with his Brother Ridolfo and Bertel Thorvaldsen, 1815-1816. Creator: Schadow
Self-Portrait with his Brother Ridolfo and Bertel Thorvaldsen, 1815-1816. Found in the Collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Wienczyslaw and Konstanty Potocki (Double Portrait of the Sons of a Polish Prince), 1819. Found in the Collection of Muzeum Narodowe, Warsaw

Bearded Man (Jacob Becker, called Becker von Worms), 1832. Creator: Schadow, Friedrich Wilhelm
Bearded Man (Jacob Becker, called Becker von Worms), 1832. Private Collection

Portrait of Johann Gottfried Schadow (1764-1850), 1819. Creator: Schadow, Friedrich Wilhelm
Portrait of Johann Gottfried Schadow (1764-1850), 1819. Private Collection

Catharina Johanna Groschke, c. 1828. Creator: Schadow, Friedrich Wilhelm, von (1788-1862)
Catharina Johanna Groschke, c. 1828. Private Collection

Head of a young woman, 1804, (1943). Creator: Johann Gottfried Schadow
Head of a young woman, 1804, (1943). Portrait of an elder sister of Marianne Schlegel. Drawing in the Akademie der Kunste, Berlin

The Schadow Circle. (The Bendemann Family and their Friends). Artist: Bendemann, Eduard (1811-1889)
The Schadow Circle. (The Bendemann Family and their Friends). Found in the collection of Kunstmuseen Krefeld

Princess Luise of Anhalt-Bernburg (1799-1882), c. 1840. Artist: Schadow, Friedrich Wilhelm, von (1788-1862)
Princess Luise of Anhalt-Bernburg (1799-1882), c. 1840. Found in the collection of the Anhaltische Gemaldegalerie Dessau

Quadriga by Johann Gottfried Schadow (1764-1850). Brandenbur
Quadriga, chariot drawn by four horses driven by Victoria Goddess. Copy by the original of 1793, by Johann Gottfried Schadow (1764-1850). Brandenburg Gate. Berlin. Germany

Joseph Wintergerst Floor-Length Coat Wilhelm von
Joseph Wintergerst in a Floor-Length Coat; Wilhelm von Schadow (German, 1788 - 1862); Italy; about 1811 - 1813; Graphite; 29.5 x 22 cm (11 5, 8 x 8 11, 16 in.)

Friedrich Wilhelm Schadow, 1789 A

The dancing couple Maria and Salvatore Vigano, ca 1797. Artist: Schadow, Johann Gottfried (1764-1850)
The dancing couple Maria and Salvatore Vigano, ca 1797. Found in the collection of the Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Parade on the Opernplatz in Berlin (Detail), 1824-1830. Artist: Kruger, Franz (1797-1857)
Parade on the Opernplatz in Berlin (Detail), 1824-1830. Found in the collection of the Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Self-portrait, 1805. Artist: Schadow, Friedrich Wilhelm, von (1788-1862)
Self-portrait, 1805. Found in the collection of the Albertina, Vienna

Germany. Berlin. Brandenburg Gate crowned by the Quadriga of
Germany. Berlin. Brandenburg Gate, built between 1788 and 1791 by Carl Langhans in classical style. Crowned by the Quadriga of Victory (1793)

Wilhelm Von Schadow
WILHELM FRIEDRICH von SCHADOW German artist with his autograph Date: 1789 - 1862

Schadow Family 1925 Etching restrike 6 7 / 8 x 4 1 / 2
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Johann Gottfried Schadow (German, 1764 - 1850), Schadow and His Family, 1794-95, etching on laid paper

The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins, Painted by F.G. Schadow, Friedrich Wilhelm Von Schadow, 1788-1862, 1851 Engraving

Joseph Wintergerst in a Floor-length Coat, Standing, with his Hands Placed on Top of one another; Wilhelm von Schadow, German, 1788 - 1862; Italy

The Parable Of The Wise And Foolish Virgins, Painted By F.g. Schadow, Friedrich Wilhelm Von Schadow, 1788-1862, 1851 Engraving

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"Schadow: A Master of Sculpture and Portraiture" Johann Gottfried Schadow, a prominent German sculptor and portrait artist, left an indelible mark on the art world with his exquisite creations. One of his notable works is "Melpomene and Thalia, " crafted between 1823-26. This masterpiece showcases his exceptional talent in capturing the essence of Greek tragedy and comedy. Another remarkable creation by the iconic "Quadriga. " Standing atop Brandenburg Gate, this magnificent sculpture symbolizes victory and power, showcasing his ability to breathe life into stone. "The Filatrice, " an engraving based on Schadow's statue, reveals his attention to detail as it depicts a woman engrossed in her spinning wheel. This artwork graced the possession of His Grace the Duke of Devonshire at Chatsworth. In addition to sculptures, it also excelled in portraiture. His self-portrait from 1825 portrays him with a contemplative expression, revealing both his skill as an artist and introspective nature. Count Karl August von Hardenberg was one among many distinguished individuals immortalized through Schadow's brushstrokes. The portrait captures not only physical likeness but also conveys Hardenberg's character through subtle details. The Rabe Children were fortunate recipients of Schadow's artistic prowess. Their portrait showcases Hermann and Edmond at ages 14; their youthful innocence radiates from the canvas. "The Thoughtful Captain" demonstrates another facet of Schadow's talent – capturing emotion within sculpture. With meticulous craftsmanship, he brings forth introspection in this captivating piece. In "Woman Alone, " part of "The Dancing Pair Vigano" series, we witness Schadow's ability to portray vulnerability amidst strength—a testament to women’s resilience throughout history. Siegmund Wilhelm Wohlbruck found himself immortalized by Johann Gottfried Schadow’s brushwork.