La prière de l'heure du repas (1885) Painting by Fritz Von Uhde

Fritz von Uhde was a German painter, born May 22, 1848 in Wolkenburg and died February 25, 1911 in Munich. He is credited with being one of the first German artists to adopt an Impressionist style, marking an important transition in German art of the late 19th century.

Von Uhde began his career as an officer in the Saxon army before turning to painting. He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Dresden, then continued his studies in Munich and Paris. In Paris, he was influenced by the work of the French Impressionists, particularly Edgar Degas and Édouard Manet.

His work is characterized by the use of light and bright colors, with an emphasis particularly on scenes of daily life and portraits of children. Von Uhde was also known for his religious depictions, often anchored in scenes of modern life, which was an innovative approach at the time.

Among his most famous works are "Christ among the workers" (1886), which shows Jesus appearing in a contemporary interior, a bold depiction that sparked both praise and controversy.

Fritz von Uhde played an important role in introducing the 039;impressionism in Germany and influenced many artists of his time. He died in Munich.

• Nationality: GERMANY
• Date of birth : 1848
• Artistic domains: Represented by a Gallery,
• Groups: Contemporary German Artists Artists presented by a gallery