Frankfurt

Frankfurt by Gustave Courbet
Artist
Gustave Courbet
Date
1858
Style
Realism
Genre
Cityscape
Location
Städel
'Frankfurt', also known as 'The Hunt Breakfast', is a masterful oil-on-canvas painting created in 1858 by renowned French Realist painter, Gustave Courbet. Today, it is part of the Wallraf–Richartz Museum's vast collection in Cologne, Germany. Courbet crafted this exquisite piece during his extended stay in Frankfurt, immersed in the city's lively cityscape. The painting notably embodies the principles of Realism, a progressive art movement prevalent during the 19th century. Known for its historical significance, 'Frankfurt' has likely remained within Germany since its creation, preserving its cultural authenticity.

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