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Johann Gottfried Schadow
Johann Gottfried Schadow: A Life in Sculpture Born: Berlin, Germany (1764) Died: 1850 Johann Gottfried Schadow was a prominent German Prussian sculptor who left an indelible mark on the art world. Born in Berlin to a poor tailor, his early life took a remarkable turn when he became an apprentice to Antoine Tassaert, a renowned sculptor patronized by Frederick the Great. This mentorship proved pivotal, though it also led to a dram
atic personal shift – Schadow eloped with Marianne Devidel, a Jewish woman, defying Tassaert's expectations and embarking on a journey that would shape his artistic development. Early Training and Artistic Development Following his marriage, Schadow received financial support from Tassaert to travel to Italy for three years of study. This period in Rome was crucial, significantly influencing his style and solidifying his foundation i…