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Carl Ernst Christoph Hess (1755-1828) was a German engraver, known for his detailed and expressive black and white prints, such as his portrait of Maximilian Joseph, the Elector of Bavaria. He also created religious works, including engravings of scenes from the Bible, such as "The Taking Down from the Cross" and "The Assumption of the Virgin." Hess's engravings were highly sought after in his time and continue to be appreciated for their technical skill and artistic merit. He was a significant figure in the development of printmaking during the late 18th century, and his work has left a lasting legacy on the art world.
Born
1755
Died
1828
Christ Blessing Little Children
Carl Ernst Christoph Hess
1750
Rembrandt
Carl Ernst Christoph Hess
1750
Rembrandt
Carl Ernst Christoph Hess
1750
Title Page: Baroque Flowers. Chinoiserie floral print d...
Carl Ernst Christoph Hess
18th-19th century
Adoration of the Wise Kings
Carl Ernst Christoph Hess
18th-19th century
Baroque Flowers: sprig with insectoid blooms and leaves...
Carl Ernst Christoph Hess
18th-19th century
Rubens and his first Wife
Carl Ernst Christoph Hess
18th-19th century
Baroque Flowers: sprig 3 small blooms and 4 cornucopia-...
Carl Ernst Christoph Hess
18th-19th century
Saint Jerome Writing
Carl Ernst Christoph Hess
18th-19th century
Baroque Flowers: vine with 4 bulging floral seed pods a...
Carl Ernst Christoph Hess
18th-19th century
Baroque Flowers: sprig with 3 dahlia-like blooms, 3 hor...
Carl Ernst Christoph Hess
18th-19th century
Charles V
Carl Ernst Christoph Hess
18th-19th century
Baroque Flowers: sprig with 2 six-pointed star-like flo...
Carl Ernst Christoph Hess
18th-19th century
Portret van Maximiliaan I Jozef, koning van Beieren
Carl Ernst Christoph Hess
1813
The Quack Doctor
Carl Ernst Christoph Hess
1797