Théodore Géricault

French, 1791–1824

Théodore Géricault (1791–1824) war ein französischer Maler und Lithograf, der in Rouen geboren wurde. Er zog als Kind nach Paris, wo seine Familie im Tabakgeschäft tätig war. Géricault wurde in den Ateliers von Carle Vernet und Pierre-Narcisse Guérin ausgebildet, studierte Meisterwerke im Louvre und lernte über Pferde in Versailles. Er wurde ein Pionier der Romantischen Bewegung, und sein bekanntestes Werk war Das Floß der Medusa.

132 Werke

A group of exhausted survivors on a makeshift raft amidst crashing waves under a stormy sky, with some reaching toward a distant ship.

Das Floß der Medusa

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A battered raft crowded with exhausted and desperate figures drifts on a dark, stormy sea beneath a sky split between storm and pale sunrise.

Géricault - Das Schiffsunglück des Floßes der Medusa, MBA 790

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Cattle Market by Théodore Géricault, oil on paper depicting a lively market scene

Viehmärkte

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A massive aqueduct spans a river valley with a ruined stone tower and pine on the left, three figures near the water, buildings on a hillside, and a dramatic sunset sky.

Abend; Landschaft mit einem Aquädukt

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A dynamic depiction of a horse race with riders in colorful silks against a stormy sky.

Pferderennen

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A painting of horses standing in a shaded mews, showcasing their muscular forms and alert demeanor.

Pferde stehen in einem Stall

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Portrait of a Black man by Théodore Géricault, showcasing dignity and individuality.

Porträt eines Schwarzen

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A portrait of Zoë Elmore by Théodore Géricault, capturing her introspective gaze and delicate features.

Porträt von Zoë Elmore

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A dramatic scene depicting a white horse being attacked by a lion.

Pferd, das von einem Löwen angegriffen wird

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A powerful brown horse stands in a stable, captured in a moment of stillness.

Braunes Pferd im Stall

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Pferd auf dem roten Teppich

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A white stallion recoils in terror as two big cats lurk nearby.

Arabisches Vollblut, erschreckt von zwei großen Katzen

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Théodore Géricault's La Mort d'Hippolyte depicts the tragic moment of Hippolytus's demise.

Der Tod des Hippolytos

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Five horses viewed from behind, showcasing their powerful forms and unique characteristics.

Fünf Pferde von hinten gesehen

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A lioness poised in mid-stride, showcasing her muscular form and intense gaze.

Lauernde Löwin

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A dynamic scene of wild horses racing through the streets of Rome during the carnival.

Rennen von freien Pferden in Rom

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A haunting portrait of a youth, capturing the delicate boundary between life and death.

Kopf eines jungen Mannes

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A detailed study of a white horse's head, capturing its alertness and vitality.

Kopf eines weißen Pferdes

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Two exhausted peasants sleeping on the ground after a day's work.

Der Schlaf der Bauern

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A lion lies in repose, showcasing its powerful yet vulnerable nature.

Löwe in Ruhe

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Two horses standing side by side in a stable, captured in a moment of calm.

Zwei Pferde im Stall

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Two post horses stand alert before a stable entrance, captured in a moment of rest and anticipation.

Zwei Postpferde vor der Tür eines Stalls

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A jockey poised atop a powerful horse, captured just before the race begins.

Reitender Jockey

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Mounted trumpeters of Napoleon's Imperial Guard in vibrant uniforms.

Reitende Trompeter der Imperialen Garde Napoleons

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A dramatic depiction of a cavalry charge by cuirassiers in battle.

Ein Angriff von Kürassieren

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A dynamic depiction of a piebald stallion captured in a moment of agitation.

Ein Scheckhengst

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Anatomical Pieces by Théodore Géricault, depicting severed limbs with clinical precision.

Anatomische Stücke

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A dramatic depiction of a family struggling on a raft amidst a biblical flood.

Szene der Sintflut

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A sketch depicting survivors on a raft, capturing a moment of hope amid despair.

Skizze zum "Radeau de la Méduse"

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A study of a grey horse captured in a moment of calm alertness.

Studie eines grauen Pferdes

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Two horses clash in a dynamic and violent struggle, showcasing raw energy and emotion.

Kampfrosse

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A blacksmith working at his forge, surrounded by assistants and horses in a rustic village setting.

Géricault - Die Dorf-Schmiede, c.

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A painting of a gray horse standing alert, showcasing its muscular form and expressive eye.

Graues Pferd

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A severed head of a man, rendered with clinical precision, showcasing the effects of death.

Kopf eines guillotinierten Mannes

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A haunting portrait of a shipwrecked man, capturing despair and hope.

Kopf eines Schiffbrüchigen

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A dramatic landscape featuring fishermen along a river, surrounded by towering trees and a stormy sky.

Heroische Landschaft mit Fischern

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A study of horses' hindquarters by Théodore Géricault, showcasing muscular forms and dramatic light.

Die Hinterteile - Théodore Géricault

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Equestrian portrait of Wincenty Krasiński by Théodore Géricault, depicting a Polish general in a dramatic pose.

Reiterporträt von Wincenty Krasiński

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A solitary grey horse pauses mid-meal at a wooden rack in a quiet stable.

Graues Pferd am Futtertrog

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An equestrian portrait of Charles V by Théodore Géricault, depicting the emperor on a powerful horse under a stormy sky.

Reiterporträt von Karl V.

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A portrait of a Black man with a calm expression, painted by Théodore Géricault.

Porträt eines Schwarzen

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A portrait of a man by Théodore Géricault, showcasing raw emotion and vulnerability.

Porträt eines Mannes

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A portrait of a man with an unfocused gaze and rumpled clothing, capturing his quiet resilience.

Porträt eines Mannes

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A young boy offers oats to a relaxed draft horse in a quiet rural setting.

Junge, der einem losgespannten Pferd Hafer gibt

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A dynamic scene of a horse race without riders, capturing the chaos and energy of the moment.

Pferderennen ohne Reiter

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A study depicting a wounded French cuirassier turning away from the battlefield, showcasing vulnerability and the psychological toll of war.

Studie für verwundeten Kürassier

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A powerful draft horse depicted with honesty and empathy, showcasing its strength and fatigue.

Ein Zugpferd

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A study of a wounded cuirassier by Théodore Géricault, depicting a cavalryman in retreat.

Der verwundete Kürassier, Studie

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A series of seven horse portraits by Théodore Géricault, showcasing their muscular forms and expressive heads.

Théodore Géricault - Sieben Pferdeporträts

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A horse recoils in terror as lightning splits the night sky in Géricault's dramatic painting.

Ein vom Blitz erschrecktes Pferd

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A coal cart being pulled through a muddy Parisian street, with a driver and a dog in the scene.

Der Kohlenwagen

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Two lions in a dramatic mountainous landscape, showcasing their power and vulnerability.

Löwen in einer bergigen Landschaft

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A dynamic painting of a galloping horse by Théodore Géricault.

Pferd im Galopp, von Théodore Géricault

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A cavalry officer mid-charge, captured in a moment of violent action.

Der aufladende Jäger

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A prancing grey horse captured mid-motion, showcasing its grace and energy.

Ein springendes graues Pferd

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A young woman in riding attire sits confidently on a powerful horse.

Reiterin

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A portrait of a man with a distant gaze, reflecting the struggles of mental illness.

Porträt eines Kleptomanen

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A Turkish horse in a stable, showcasing its muscular form and alert posture.

Türkisches Pferd in einem Stall

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A powerful grey horse adorned with blue trappings, captured in a moment of alertness.

Grauer Hengst mit blauer Ausrüstung

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A portrait of Francisco de Moncada Marqués d'Aytona by Théodore Géricault, showcasing his commanding presence on horseback.

Francisco de Moncada, Marquis d'Aytona

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A muscular male figure holding a spear, showcasing tension and strength.

Nackter Krieger mit Speer

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A dynamic depiction of riderless horses racing through the streets of Rome, capturing their wild energy.

Das Rennen der reiterlosen Pferde

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Portrait of Alexandre Colin by Théodore Géricault, showcasing a young artist's intensity and vulnerability.

Alexandre Colin

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A Spanish horse stands in a stable, its powerful body poised between rest and movement.

Spanisches Pferd in einem Stall

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The 1821 Derby at Epsom captures the excitement of horse racing with dynamic horses and jockeys.

Das Derby von 1821 in Epsom

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A detailed study of a pair of feet and a hand, showcasing anatomical precision.

Studie von Füßen und Händen

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The Assumption of the Virgin by Théodore Géricault depicts Mary being lifted to heaven by cherubs.

Théodore Géricault Die Himmelfahrt der Jungfrau. um 1810. Bremen Kunsthalle. (19655923434)

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A Hussar trumpeter on a rearing horse, poised before battle, captured in dynamic motion.

Trompeter der Husaren

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A dramatic depiction of dogs attacking a bear in a chaotic arena.

Hunde kämpfen gegen Bären

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General Letellier on his deathbed, painted by Théodore Géricault in 1819, captures the fragility of life.

General Letellier auf seinem Sterbebett

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The Martyrdom of Saint Peter by Théodore Géricault depicts the crucifixion of Saint Peter in a dramatic and emotional scene.

Das Martyrium des Heiligen Petrus

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Three figures entwined in an intimate embrace, capturing a moment of tension and tenderness.

Drei Liebende

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A study of a lion by Théodore Géricault, showcasing the animal's powerful presence and alert demeanor.

Studie eines Löwen

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A military cart filled with wounded soldiers struggles through a muddy landscape.

Verwundete Soldaten in einem Wagen

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A portrait of a man in a military coat, embodying delusions of grandeur.

Mann mit Wahnvorstellungen von militärischem Kommando

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A dynamic scene of riderless horses racing through the streets of Rome during the Carnival.

Reiterlose Rennpferde in Rom

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A chestnut horse stands in a stable, its muscles tense and alert.

Brauner Pferd in einem Stall

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A solitary brown horse captured in a moment of alertness and tension.

Braunes Pferd

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A wounded cuirassier leans against his horse, embodying vulnerability and retreat.

Der verwundete Kürassier

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A painting of two horses interacting closely, showcasing their anatomy and movement.

Zwei Pferde

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A horse harnessed to a cart, showcasing its strength and endurance.

Ein an einen Wagen gespanntes Pferd

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Head of a lion by Théodore Géricault, showcasing its intense gaze and wild mane.

Löwenkopf

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A dervish seated quietly in his humble stall, reflecting serenity and discipline.

Derwisch in seinem Stall

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A French carabinier depicted in a moment of reflection, showcasing his distinctive uniform and armor.

Ein Carabinieri, halbfigur

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A melancholic man with downcast eyes and slumped shoulders, reflecting deep inwardness.

Der melancholische Mann

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Portrait of a woman with a tense expression, painted by Théodore Géricault.

Verrückte Frau

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A portrait study of a youth by Théodore Géricault, showcasing a contemplative expression.

Porträtstudie eines Jugendlichen

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A dynamic scene of horses in a stable, showcasing their vitality and movement.

Der Pferdehof

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A young blacksmith in intense concentration, hammer poised, surrounded by the glow of the forge.

Der Schmied

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A passionate embrace between two lovers, captured in a moment of raw emotional intensity.

Der Kuss

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