Lothar von Seebach: A Painter of Strasbourg’s Soul Lothar von Seebach (1853 – 1930) was an Alsatian artist whose canvases breathed life into the picturesque landscapes and vibrant spirit of Strasbourg, cementing his place as a pivotal figure in late nineteenth-century European art. Born in Mannheim, he descended from a family steeped in military tradition—his father served as a garrison officer—providing him with early exposure to discipline and observation. This formative experience would profoundly shape his artistic sensibilities. Following his studies at the Karlsruhe Academy of Fine Ar…