Peter Schlemihl Sells His Shadow

1836

Adolf Schrödter

Associated Names
Adolf Schrödter

Artist, German, 1805 - 1875

This is a drawing of two figures facing each other under a decorative floral vine arch. One figure is bent over, appearing to drag an object, while the other stands upright with hands in pockets, dressed in a long coat and top hat. The figures are detailed and in a classic style. The floral vine includes small creatures and floral elements as an ornamental frame.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on chine collé

  • Credit Line

    Gift of C.G. Boerner, LLC

  • Dimensions

    plate: 18.2 x 12.3 cm (7 3/16 x 4 13/16 in.)
    plate: 35.4 x 27.4 cm (13 15/16 x 10 13/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2005.105.3

Associated Artworks

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Peter Schlemihl

Adolf Schrödter

1836

In the image are two men within a natural setting. The man on the left has long hair wearing a military-style jacket, trousers, and boots, seated on a rock holding a spoon. The man on the right wears a tricorn hat, long coat, high socks, and shoes, standing in a leaning posture on a rock. Both men have distinct facial features. The background has a decorative border with tall plants and a clear surface.

Peter Schlemihl with the Bag of Money

Adolf Schrödter

1836

The image shows a person in a crouched position with knees bent, arms extended forward as if bracing for a fall. The individual has short hair and is wearing a long coat, pants, and shoes. A stick or cane is on the ground next to them. The background includes trees, ground details, and a decorative frame.

Peter Schlemihl Chasing His Shadow

Adolf Schrödter

1805

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(C. G. Boerner, Inc., London); gift to NGA, 2005.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left in plate: 1836

Wikidata ID

Q76335091

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