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De 4 mest kända målningarna av Theodor Horschelt, ett galleriselektion

Uppdaterad november 2026 · rangordnad efter vår popularitetspoäng (sökningar, besök och beställningar för varje verk) · 4 verk av Theodor Horschelt i vår katalog

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Av alla originalverk som Theodor Horschelt lämnade efter sig är det mest kända An Arab on Horseback (1853), i samlingen hos Bavarian State Painting Collections, München. Tätt efter följer A boy with a horse (Caucasian Thurlo) (?) (1800) och Non-commissioned officer of the Kabardian Regiment (1863). Vår katalog innehåller 4 verk av Theodor Horschelt; galleriet har bevarat de 4 som världen beundrar mest, var och en presenterad med sitt datum, sitt museum och sin historia.

1829 – 1871, Munich Flest verk: Dagestan Museum of Fine Arts named after P. S. Gamzatova
An Arab on Horseback (1853) av Theodor Horschelt1. An Arab on Horseback 1853 A boy with a horse (Caucasian Thurlo) (?) (1800) av Theodor Horschelt2. A boy with a horse (Caucasian Thurlo) (?) 1800 Non-commissioned officer of the Kabardian Regiment (1863) av Theodor Horschelt3. Non-commissioned officer of the Kabardian Regiment 1863

Theodor Horschelts 10 främsta målningar: galleriets utvalda verk

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An Arab on Horseback (1853) av Theodor Horschelt

An Arab on Horseback

1853 · Oil On Canvas · Bavarian State Painting Collections, München

A central rider dominates the composition, mounted upon a horse captured in a powerful rearing pose. The animal’s front legs are lifted from the rugged, rocky terrain, creating a sense of immediate tension and kinetic energy. Dressed in flowing traditional robes and a headpiece, the rider holds a long spear that cuts diagonally across the frame, directing the viewer's eye through the action. In the background, smaller figures on horseback…

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Museerna som förvarar Theodor Horschelts originalverk

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Museum Stad Verk av Theodor Horschelt Målningar från denna lista
Dagestan Museum of Fine Arts named after P. S. Gamzatova, MakhachkalaDagestan Museum of Fine Arts named after P. S. Gamzatova Makhachkala 3 A boy with a horse (Caucasian Thurlo) (?), Non-commissioned officer of the Kabardian Regiment, Horse of Prince A. Baryatinsky
Bavarian State Painting Collections, MünchenBavarian State Painting Collections München 1 An Arab on Horseback

Theodor Horschelt år för år: originalen som definierar varje år

Knappt ett decennium, från 1853 till 1863, gav världen varje daterat original av Theodor Horschelt i detta urval: här är de, år för år.

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Samlarfrågor om Theodor Horschelts målningar

Vilket verk är Theodor Horschelt mest känd för?Visa svaret

An Arab on Horseback (1853), Bavarian State Painting Collections, München. A boy with a horse (Caucasian Thurlo) (?) (1800) och Non-commissioned officer of the Kabardian Regiment (1863) följer efter.

Hur gammal var Theodor Horschelt när An Arab on Horseback skapades?Visa svaret

24 år gammal: An Arab on Horseback är från 1853, och Theodor Horschelt föddes 1829.

Hur många målningar lämnade Theodor Horschelt efter sig?Visa svaret

Vår katalog innehåller 4 verk av Theodor Horschelt, daterade från 1853 till 1863.

I vilka museer hänger Theodor Horschelts mästerverk?Visa svaret

Främst i Dagestan Museum of Fine Arts named after P. S. Gamzatova (Makhachkala) och Bavarian State Painting Collections (München). Museitabellen ovan listar alla.

Vilka är de första och sista kända originalverken av Theodor Horschelt?Visa svaret

På den här sidan är det tidigaste An Arab on Horseback (1853) och det senaste Non-commissioned officer of the Kabardian Regiment (1863).

Vilka verk av Theodor Horschelt finns utställda på Dagestan Museum of Fine Arts named after P. S. Gamzatova?Visa svaret

A boy with a horse (Caucasian Thurlo) (?), Non-commissioned officer of the Kabardian Regiment och Horse of Prince A. Baryatinsky: Dagestan Museum of Fine Arts named after P. S. Gamzatova, Makhachkala har 3 av verken på denna sida.

Theodor Horschelt: liv och verk

Theodor Horschelt: A Life Dedicated to War and Equine Art

  • Born: Munich, Germany (16 March 1829)
  • Died: Munich, Kingdom of Bavaria (3 April 1871)
  • Nationality: German
  • Artistic Specialization: War Paintings, Equestrian Art, Scenes from the Caucasian Wars

Early Life and Artistic Training

  • Theodor Horschelt was born into a family with artistic ties; his father was a ballet master, and his older brother, Friedrich, was a portrait painter.
  • He initially studied at the Academy of Fine Arts Munich under Joseph Anton Rhomberg but left after a short period.
  • Early self-study focused on scenes from nature and imaginative depictions of the Caucasian Wars.
  • Later studies included instruction from Professor Hermann Anschütz, Albrecht Adam, Franz Adam, and Julius Lange, refining his skills in precision and outline.
  • He began by sketching horses at the Royal Stables in Stuttgart, demonstrating an early interest in equestrian subjects.

The Caucasian Wars: A Defining Focus

  • In 1853, Horschelt undertook study trips to Paris with Friedrich Wilhelm Hackländer and to Spain with him and Christian Friedrich von Leins, experiences that broadened his artistic perspective.
  • He dedicated himself exclusively to war paintings after these travels.
  • From 1858 to 1863, he lived in the Caucasus region, participating in military campaigns against the Lezghians and witnessing events such as the attack on Imam Shamil's headquarters. He was awarded for his bravery.
  • He toured with Tsar Alexander II and Prince Albert of Prussia, documenting the region and its people.
  • His paintings of the Caucasian Wars became his most recognized works, capturing both the conflict and the beauty of the landscape and horses.

Key Works and Artistic Style

  • Horse of Prince A. Baryatinsky: Considered a stunning example of equestrian art, showcasing Horschelt's skill in depicting horses with power and grace.
  • Depictions of the Caucasian Wars: These paintings are notable for their realistic portrayal of military action and the cultural context of the region.
  • Arabian Themes: Early works commissioned by King William focused on Arabian themes, demonstrating his versatility.
  • Style: Horschelt's style is characterized by a blend of realism and romanticism, with attention to detail in depicting horses, uniforms, and landscapes. His work conveys a sense of drama and movement.

Legacy and Recognition

  • Horschelt’s works are featured in museums such as the Dagestan Museum of Fine Arts named after P. S. Gamzatova in Russia, Leopold-Hoesch-Museum, Museum Ostdeutsche Galerie, Sammlung Schack, Lenbachhaus, City Gallery in Lenbachhous, Herzog Anton Ulrich-Museum and Wallraf-Richartz-Museum in Germany.
  • He received numerous awards for his work, including the Grand Cross Star of the Order of Saint Stanislaus and a medal of the Order of St. Anna.
  • His paintings were widely reproduced in Russian publications documenting the Caucasian campaigns.
  • Horschelt’s legacy lies in his ability to capture the drama and beauty of war, particularly through his depictions of horses and the Caucasus region. He is remembered as a significant figure in 19th-century German art.
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