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Charming 19th-Century Lithograph – Anton von Werner Playing the Cello, c. 1890Charming 19th-Century Lithograph – Anton von Werner Playing the Cello, c. 1890Charming 19th-Century Lithograph – Anton von Werner Playing the Cello, c. 1890Charming 19th-Century Lithograph – Anton von Werner Playing the Cello, c. 1890Charming 19th-Century Lithograph – Anton von Werner Playing the Cello, c. 1890Charming 19th-Century Lithograph – Anton von Werner Playing the Cello, c. 1890Charming 19th-Century Lithograph – Anton von Werner Playing the Cello, c. 1890Charming 19th-Century Lithograph – Anton von Werner Playing the Cello, c. 1890Charming 19th-Century Lithograph – Anton von Werner Playing the Cello, c. 1890Charming 19th-Century Lithograph – Anton von Werner Playing the Cello, c. 1890Charming 19th-Century Lithograph – Anton von Werner Playing the Cello, c. 1890Charming 19th-Century Lithograph – Anton von Werner Playing the Cello, c. 1890Charming 19th-Century Lithograph – Anton von Werner Playing the Cello, c. 1890Charming 19th-Century Lithograph – Anton von Werner Playing the Cello, c. 1890Charming 19th-Century Lithograph – Anton von Werner Playing the Cello, c. 1890

Music & Instruments · 19th century

Charming 19th-Century Lithograph – Anton von Werner Playing the Cello, c. 1890

€ 150

Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)

Date
1890
Sheet size
41 × 28.5 cm (16.1 × 11.2 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-13584-36
What the condition grades mean
Excellent
Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good
Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good
Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair
Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.

Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.

Condition

This lithograph is in good condition with mild age-toning and slight foxing in the margins. The colors remain rich, and the print’s fine details are clear, preserving its warm and intimate character.

About this sheet

Charming 19th-Century Lithograph – Anton von Werner Playing the Cello, c. 1890
This finely executed color lithograph, titled “Anton von Werner beim Cellospiel” (Anton von Werner at the Cello), was created by P. Gehrke around 1890. It captures the celebrated German painter and professor Anton von Werner in a quiet, intimate moment, seated at his cello in what appears to be his studio.

Von Werner, known for his grand historical paintings, is portrayed here in a much more personal light: relaxed, with a cigarette in hand, absorbed in the music. The warm interior, with its soft lighting and decorative chair, provides a welcoming backdrop that contrasts with the quiet intensity of his playing. The sheet music, lamp, and partially sketched canvas behind him create an atmosphere of focused creativity and artistic passion.

The lithograph is skillfully colored, with careful attention to textures and patterns – from the rich green of the chair’s upholstery to the gleaming wood of the cello. It offers a rare glimpse into the personal life of one of Germany’s leading artistic figures of the late 19th century.

For collectors of antique prints, musicians, or admirers of German art history, this piece combines artistic charm with a fascinating subject. It’s a fine example of the era’s sophisticated lithographic techniques and the artist’s ability to capture character and mood with deft lines and a soft, natural palette.

Condition Report:
This lithograph is in good condition with mild age-toning and slight foxing in the margins. The colors remain rich, and the print’s fine details are clear, preserving its warm and intimate character.

Tips for framing:
Use a white or cream mat to complement the warm tones of the print. A simple black or dark wood frame will bring a refined elegance, focusing attention on the intimate scene of music-making.

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Charming 19th-Century Lithograph – Anton von Werner Playing the Cello, c. 1890
Charming 19th-Century Lithograph – Anton von Werner Playing the Cello, c. 1890
1890 · Ref. BG-13584-36 · € 150
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