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Under Boots

A man in distress lies on the ground in this evocative 1928 painting by Hermann Erneste Abeking that captures a somber atmosphere through expressive early 20th-century German artistry, perfect for your private collection.

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Quick Facts

  • Artist: Hermann Erneste Abeking
  • Dimensions: 90 x 120 cm
  • Subject or theme: Distress and discomfort
  • Title: Under Boots
  • Year: 1928

Collectible Description

Hermann Abeking came from Berlin and, although he created a second centre of life for himself in Ahrenshoop at an early stage, he always maintained professional and private contact with the capital. After studying at the art academies in Dresden and Berlin, he had settled here as a freelance artist and made a living as an illustrator, poster artist and caricaturist, mainly for the Ullstein publishing house. He published in the magazine

Artist Biography

a german painter, graphic artist, and illustrator in the making

hermann erneste abeking, a prominent figure in early 20th-century german art, left an indelible mark on the world of painting, graphic art, and illustration. born in berlin in 1882 as the second son of hermann george louis abeking and clara dinglinger, he was destined for artistic greatness.

early life and education

abeking's formative years were spent studying at the esteemed art academies in dresden and berlin, where he honed his skills alongside some of the most talented artists of his time. this foundational period not only shaped his technique but also instilled in him a deep appreciation for the diverse artistic styles that would later influence his work.

artistic career

  • hugdietrichs brautfahrt, a book he was commissioned to illustrate at the age of twenty, catapulted abeking into the spotlight as a successful caricaturist.
  • his association with the brücke-museum berlin, though not a member, influenced his early work, reflecting the die brücke (the bridge) movement's emphasis on expressionism and primitivism.
  • as a book illustrator for ullstein verlag, abeking's versatility as an artist was further showcased.
  • his caricatures in lustigen blätter, the true jacob, and lachen links, demonstrate his ability to balance humor with artistic integrity.
  • membership in the association of german illustrators solidified his position within the german art community.

personal life and later years

in 1903, abeking married elly grube, a painter in her own right. the couple's summer residence in althagen on the fischland, purchased in 1904, served as a serene backdrop for their family life, which included two children, ortrud (born in 1904) and thomas (born in 1909). after participating in world war i, abeking devoted himself to painting, leaving behind a legacy of diverse artistic expressions. abeking's passing in berlin in 1939 marked the end of an era but also ensured his place in the annals of german art history. today, his work can be found in various collections and museums, including those featured on ArtsDot's hermann erneste abeking page, a testament to his enduring influence. discover more about hermann ernste abeking's life and works through ArtsDot's extensive collection: explore ArtsDot's painting process akademie der bildenden künste wien (vienna, austria) - a comprehensive guide
hermann erneste abeking

hermann erneste abeking

1882 - 1939 , Germany