Otto Gebhard

1703 - 1773

Essentials

  • Art period: Early Modern
  • Top 3 works: The Glorification of Saint Odile
  • Nationality: Germany
  • Born: 1703, Regensburg, Germany
  • Lifespan: 70 years
  • Also known as: Otto Gebhardt

The Life and Art of Otto Gebhard

Otto Gebhard was a painter of the Bavarian Rococo style. Born in Regensburg, Germany, he was the eldest son and pupil of the painter Johann Gebhard. His artistic career was primarily centered in Regensburg and its surrounding areas, including Lower Bavaria and the Upper Palatinate. Throughout his life, Gebhard worked extensively as a painter and frescoist, often collaborating with his father on various ecclesiastical commissions.

The legacy of the Gebhard family is preserved in the cemetery of Dechbetten, a district of Regensburg, where Otto was laid to rest alongside his family members. His body of work includes numerous frescoes and altarpieces located in churches and monasteries throughout the region.

Notable Works and Commissions

Gebhard's extensive repertoire includes significant contributions to the decoration of religious sites. Some of his documented works include:

His artistic output spanned several decades, involving the creation of altarpieces, ceiling frescoes, and various sketches and designs for church interiors.

Questions & Answers

What are the birth city and country of Otto Gebhard?

Otto Gebhard was born in Regensburg, in Germany.

How do I find works by Otto Gebhard in a specific palette?

Otto Gebhard's works can be browsed by color palette on the artist's By Palettes page.

Can I visit a virtual museum of Otto Gebhard's works?

The 3D Museum of Otto Gebhard is a page that displays the artist's artworks in a virtual three-dimensional gallery.

Where is Otto Gebhard from?

Otto Gebhard was born in Germany.

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At which location did Otto Gebhard work on the side aisles of the monastery church around 1733?
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