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Ludwig Hohlwein

1874 – 1949

Ludwig Hohlwein
Modern
Modern

Ludwig Hohlwein

Born 1874 Died 1949 Works span 1915–1926

Ludwig Hohlwein: Pioneer of Sachplakat and German Artistic Expression Ludwig Hohlwein (1874 – 1949) stands as a monumental figure in the history of German poster art, recognized universally for his distinctive Sachplakat style—a revolutionary approach that prioritized clarity, geometric forms, and bold tonal contrasts. Born in Wiesbaden, Germany, he initially pursued architecture but swiftly transitioned to graphic design, establishin…

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dated works
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chapters
1915
first work
1926
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through Ludwig Hohlwein's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.

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Chapters — Career Periods

The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups Ludwig Hohlwein's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.

Colour Band — Movement Drift

The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.