Michael Willmann, 1630 – 1706

Michael Willmann: 27 nejznámějších obrazů

Christ Ministered and Borne by Angels (1660) je nejslavnější obraz autora Michael Willmann, který se nachází v muzeu Národní galerie Praha ve městě Praha. Meeting with the wenches of Jerusalem (1672) a Jesus falls the first time (1672) jsou dalšími dvěma díly, která svět zná nejlépe. Z 28 děl umělce Michael Willmann v našem katalogu uvádíme 27 těch, na které se kolektéři a návštěvníci muzeí nejčastěji dívají, včetně roku vzniku, názvu muzea a příběhu každého díla.

Seřazeno podle našeho skóre popularity, které kombinuje počet vyhledávání, návštěv a objednávek u každého díla. Aktualizováno říjen 2026. Každé dílo na této stránce lze objednat jako ručně malovanou olejovou reprodukci v muzeální kvalitě nebo jako umělecký tisk v požadovaném rozměru.

Portrét Michael Willmann
Michael Willmann · 1630 – 1706
Narození · úmrtí
1630 – 1706, Königsberg
Díla v našem katalogu
28
Nejslavnější
Christ Ministered and Borne by Angels (1660)
Nejvíce děl v muzeích
Národní muzeum ve Varšavě

Top 10: nejznámější obrazy autora Michael Willmann

Zbytek žebříčku Michael Willmann, od 11 do 27

Kde vidět obrazy autora Michael Willmann

7 muzea, v nichž je umístěno nejvíce obrazů z této stránky.

Muzeum Město Díla autora Michael Willmann Obrazy z tohoto seznamu
Národní muzeum ve Varšavě, VaršavaNárodní muzeum ve Varšavě Varšava 9 Meeting with the wenches of Jerusalem, Jesus falls the first time, Jesus being nailed to the cross
National Museum in Wrocław, WrocławNational Museum in Wrocław Wrocław 7 Ofreus playing on harp., Saint Gregory, Saint Jerome
Národní galerie Praha, PrahaNárodní galerie Praha Praha 4 Christ Ministered and Borne by Angels, Saint Jerome and the Angel of Judgement, The Release of Andromeda
Gemäldegalerie, BerlínGemäldegalerie Berlín 2 The Legend of the Cross / Exaltation of the Cross, Jacob's Dream Landscape
Jagdschloss Grunewald, BerlinJagdschloss Grunewald Berlin 1 Glorification of the Great Elector as Protector of the Arts
Slovenská národní galerie, BratislavaSlovenská národní galerie Bratislava 1 Kiss of Saint Joseph
Bavarské státní sbírky malby, MnichovBavarské státní sbírky malby Mnichov 1 Lamentation of Christ

Michael Willmann v průběhu desetiletí: jeden unikátní dílo pro každé období

  1. 1650s
  2. 1660s
  3. 1670s
  4. 1680s
  5. 1690s
  6. 1700s

Obrazy umělce Michael Willmann: nejčastější dotazy

Který obraz má nejznámější Michael Willmann?Zobrazit odpověď

Christ Ministered and Borne by Angels (1660), Národní galerie Praha, Praha. Následují Meeting with the wenches of Jerusalem (1672) a Jesus falls the first time (1672).

V jakém věku namaloval(a) Michael Willmann dílo Christ Ministered and Borne by Angels?Zobrazit odpověď

30 let: dílo Christ Ministered and Borne by Angels pochází z roku 1660 a Michael Willmann se narodil/a v roce 1630.

Kterých 10 nejslavnějších obrazů má Michael Willmann?Zobrazit odpověď

Christ Ministered and Borne by Angels, Meeting with the wenches of Jerusalem, Jesus falls the first time, Jesus being nailed to the cross, Creation of the World, Saint Jerome and the Angel of Judgement, Ofreus playing on harp., Glorification of the Great Elector as Protector of the Arts, Self-portrait. a The holy Family on the flight into Egypt. Výše uvedené pořadí uvádí rok a muzeum každého díla.

Kolik obrazů má Michael Willmann?Zobrazit odpověď

Náš katalog obsahuje 28 děl autora Michael Willmann z let 1656 až 1705.

Kde mohu vidět nejznámější obrazy autora Michael Willmann?Zobrazit odpověď

Většina z nich se nachází v Národní muzeum ve Varšavě (Varšava), National Museum in Wrocław (Wrocław) a Národní galerie Praha (Praha). V tabulce výše jsou jednotlivé muzea uvedeny postupně.

V jakém období vytvořil/a Michael Willmann svá nejznámější díla?Zobrazit odpověď

V období 1660s: 5 z 27 děl na této stránce pochází z tohoto období, z nich Christ Ministered and Borne by Angels.

Který je nejstarší a který nejnovější slavný obraz autora Michael Willmann?Zobrazit odpověď

Nejstarší dílo na této stránce pochází z Landscape with St. John the Baptist (1656), nejnovější z Lamentation of Christ (1705).

Jaká díla Michael Willmann má v obsluze Národní muzeum ve Varšavě?Zobrazit odpověď

Meeting with the wenches of Jerusalem, Jesus falls the first time a Jesus being nailed to the cross patří mezi 9 děl na této stránce, která má v zastarání Národní muzeum ve Varšavě, Varšava.

Kde si mohu koupit reprodukci Michael Willmann?Zobrazit odpověď

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Michael Willmann: biografie

The Silesian Rembrandt: The Life and Legacy of Michael Willmann

In the grand, dramatic tapestry of the Baroque era, few names resonate with as much localized majesty as Michael Leopold Lukas Willmann. Known to his contemporaries by evocative titles such as the "Silesian Rembrandt," the "Silesian Apelles," or even the "Silesian Raphael," Willmann was a master who bridged the gap between Northern European realism and the sweeping emotionality of the Baroque movement. Born in 1630 in Königsberg, into an impoverished family of Calvinist nobility, his journey was one of profound artistic hunger and self-driven mastery. Though he lacked the wealth to enter the most prestigious academies, his spirit was fueled by a relentless pursuit of the light and shadow that would eventually define the visual landscape of Silesia.

Willmann’s early years were shaped by the steady hand of his father, Christian Peter Willmann, a local painter who provided the foundational brushwork for his son's burgeoning talent. However, it was his pilgrimage to the Dutch Republic around 1650 that truly ignited his creative soul. In the bustling atmosphere of Amsterdam, Willmann found himself immersed in the works of the giants. While he could not afford the luxury of formal apprenticeship under a master like Rembrandt, he engaged in a profound, solitary dialogue with the canvases of the era. He studied the dramatic chiaroscuro of Rembrandt, the muscular dynamism of Peter Paul Rubens, and the elegant portraiture of Anthony van Dyck. This period of intense observation allowed him to synthesize a unique style—one that married the gritty, psychological depth of the Dutch masters with a more theatrical, continental flair.

A Journey Through the Heart of Europe

The trajectory of Willmann’s career was as much a geographical odyssey as it was an artistic evolution. After his formative years in the Netherlands, he traversed the cultural hubs of Central Europe, leaving a trail of brilliance from Prague to Wrocław. His arrival in the region of Silesia marked the beginning of his most prolific era. A pivotal moment occurred in 1656 when he received commissions from Abbot Arnold Freiberger of the Leubus Abbey. This relationship with the Cistercian order provided him with a spiritual and physical sanctuary, allowing him to establish a large, thriving workshop that functioned much like the great studios of the Dutch masters.

His prestige was such that he even found himself serving at the highest levels of political power, acting as the court painter to Frederick William, the Elector of Brandenburg, in Berlin around 1657. This period allowed him to explore mythological themes and grander, more allegorical compositions, expanding his repertoire beyond religious devotion. His workshop became a powerhouse of Baroque production, churning out hundreds of works that adorned churches, monasteries, and private collections across Poland, the Czech Republic, Austria, and Germany. Through his pupils and assistants, the "Willmann style"—characterized by its sketch-like vitality and saturated light—spread throughout the Holy Roman Empire.

Mastery of Light and Lasting Significance

To look upon a Willmann painting is to witness a struggle between darkness and illumination. His technique was deeply rooted in the ability to manipulate light to evoke profound human emotion, whether through the harrowing depiction of martyrdom or the quiet dignity of a landscape. His works often possess a certain tactile quality, where the brushwork feels alive, almost restless, mirroring the spiritual intensity of the Counter-Reformation period. This mastery of atmosphere ensured that his religious frescoes and oil paintings were not merely decorations, but immersive experiences designed to stir the soul of the viewer.

The historical significance of Michael Willmann lies in his role as a cultural anchor for Silesia. He took the sophisticated visual language of the Dutch and Flemish masters and translated it into a regional vernacular that defined the Baroque identity of Central Europe. Though he passed away in 1706 in Lubiąż, his influence endured through the vast oeuvre he left behind. Today, his legacy is preserved in the hallowed halls of museums and cathedrals, serving as a testament to an artist who, despite humble beginnings, rose to become one of the most formidable painters of his century.