Albert von Keller: A Pioneer of Psychological Art Albert von Keller (1844-1920) stands as a singular figure in German art history—a painter who seamlessly blended realism with the burgeoning fascination for psychology and symbolism, establishing himself as one of the foremost proponents of the Munich Secession. Born in Gais, Switzerland, amidst a family steeped in artistic tradition, Keller’s early life foreshadowed his lifelong dedication to visual expression. His father, a professor of law, instilled in him a disciplined intellect alongside an appreciation for beauty, shaping him into an a…