Friedrich Schauer

Friedrich Schauer was a German artist known for his work in the 19th century. The image provided, titled "AY CHAMISSO," is an example of Schauer's mastery of the silhouette art form. The detailed intricacy of the ornate frame, the subtle shading of the silhouette, and the realistic rendering of the subject, in this case, the German writer and naturalist Adelbert von Chamisso, all point to Schauer's exceptional artistic skill. These silhouette portraits, often created using a single, dark-colored material, were a popular form of art in the 19th century, and Schauer's work exemplifies this style.