The Life and Art of Paul Walter Ehrhardt
Paul Walter Ehrhardt was a German painter associated with the Munich School. Born in Weimar, Germany, he pursued his artistic education under Max Thedy at the Grand Ducal Saxon Art School in Weimar and later studied with Paul Hoecker at the Academy of Fine Arts in Munich. His artistic output included the depiction of atmospheric Biedermeier interiors rendered in muted tones.
Beginning in 1906, Ehrhardt was a regular exhibitor at the Munich Glaspalast and the Great Berlin Art Exhibition. During the Nazi regime, he was a sought-after artist; between 1937 and 1944, his work was featured in seven Great German Art Exhibitions in Munich, with the exception of 1938. His paintings were acquired by figures such as Adolf Hitler and Joachim von Ribbentrop.
Notable Works and Collections
The artist's oeuvre includes various subjects ranging from portraiture to still life. Notable works held in public collections include:
His works continued to appear at auctions until 2006.
Questions & Answers
What moods do Paul Walter Ehrhardt's artworks express?
Paul Walter Ehrhardt's works can be browsed by mood on the artist's Mood Room page, which arranges the artworks by their recorded moods.
How do I find works by Paul Walter Ehrhardt on a specific theme?
Paul Walter Ehrhardt's works can be explored by keyword on the artist's By Keywords page. Each keyword groups the related artworks.
In which historical period did Paul Walter Ehrhardt work?
Paul Walter Ehrhardt worked in the Modern period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.
Where are Paul Walter Ehrhardt's artworks organized by color?
The Spectral Index of Paul Walter Ehrhardt is a page that organizes the artist's artworks by their colors.
