Alte Strasse

1893

Fritz Stoltenberg

Associated Names
Fritz Stoltenberg

Artist, German, 1855 - 1921

The image shows a cobblestone street with tall buildings on either side. The viewpoint is from a slightly downward angle. The street extends into the distance, flanked by detailed buildings on the left and a modern staircase and street lamp on the right. The painting features precise brushstrokes highlighting architectural details and cobblestone texture. The color scheme is primarily sepia and black, creating a vintage atmosphere. High contrast enhances light and shadow effects. Additional figures can be seen in the distance, adding depth to the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Dr. Dieter Erich Meyer

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 28.3 × 23 cm (11 1/8 × 9 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1977.69.20

  • Series Title

    Twenty-Four Views of Hamburg [1977.69.2-25]

Associated Artworks

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The image depicts a waterfront scene with historic buildings lining the water's edge. The buildings display ornate architecture and extend across the mid to upper section of the image. Brushstrokes are used to detail the architectural features and reflections in the water. The color palette is primarily sepia-toned with variations of light and dark brown. Four swans are gliding on the water's surface below the buildings, with a sailboat and a paddle steamer visible further out. In the distance, city towers and spires enhance the skyline against a cloudy sky.

Binnenalster mit Jungfernstieg

Fritz Stoltenberg

1893

Twenty-Four Views of Hamburg

Fritz Stoltenberg

1893

The image shows a low perspective near water, capturing a bridge spanning a wide river. The horizon is just above the bridge line, revealing silhouettes of hills and buildings. It uses a monochrome color palette of black, white, and gray. The brushstrokes are precise, capturing textures of water and foliage. Small boats with sails are seen on the water, with larger vessels near the bridge. Tiny figures can be seen walking across the bridge. The distance features a softly painted landscape.

Lombardsbrucke

Fritz Stoltenberg

1893

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64570959

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