Moritz Jung was an Austrian painter and illustrator active from the late 19th century to the early 20th century . As a member of the Vienna Secession, he produced many works in a decorative and elegant style. His works depicting female figures and flowers are particularly highly regarded for their delicate lines and beautiful colors.
Moritz Jung Biography
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Born December 19, 1885 in Niklesburg, Austro-Hungarian Empire (now the Czech Republic)
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Studied at the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna in the early 1900s
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In 1908, he joined the Vienna Secession.
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In the 1910s, he was active as an illustrator for magazines and books.
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In the 1920s, he participated in the Vienna Workshop and also worked on designing craft items.
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In 1938, he fled the persecution of the Nazi regime and emigrated to England.
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Died July 13, 1968, London, England (aged 82)
Representative works
Painting:
- Two Girls (1911)
- Girl with a Bouquet (1912)
- Woman at the Window (1915)
- Woman in a Garden (1920)
Illustration:
- Illustration for the magazine "Jugend"
- Illustration from the book "Die Märchen des Rotkäppchens"
Jung's painting style and achievements
Jung's works are characterized by a decorative and elegant style. He mainly used female figures and flowers as motifs, and depicted a poetic world with delicate lines and beautiful colors . His works are influenced by Art Nouveau, but they are also attractive for their own unique and sophisticated expression.
As a member of the Vienna Secession , Jung brought a breath of fresh air to the Austrian art world, and demonstrated his talent in a wide range of fields, including not only painting but also illustration and craft design .
Jung's works are still loved by museums and collectors around the world, and his beautiful works continue to inspire many people.
