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The Round Table of Frederick II at Sanssouci (sketch), 1848. Artist: Menzel, Adolph Friedrich, von (1815-1905)
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The Round Table of Frederick II at Sanssouci (sketch), 1848. Artist: Menzel, Adolph Friedrich, von (1815-1905)
The Round Table of Frederick II at Sanssouci (sketch), 1848. Found in the collection of the Staatliche Museen, Berlin
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Adolph Friedrich Conversation Frederick Ii Frederick The Great History Painting Humanist Menzel Oil On Paper Prussia Sanssouci Von 1815 1905
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This sketch, "The Round Table of Frederick II at Sanssouci" takes us back to the intellectual and cultural hub of 18th-century Prussia. Created by Adolph Friedrich von Menzel in 1848, this fine art piece captures a momentous conversation between two great minds: Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, and Voltaire. Set against the backdrop of Sanssouci Palace in Potsdam, Germany, this oil-on-paper painting transports us to an era when humanist ideals flourished. The round table symbolizes equality among participants and encourages open dialogue. Surrounded by books and manuscripts that represent knowledge and enlightenment, Frederick II engages in a lively discussion with Voltaire. Frederick the Great was not only a powerful ruler but also a patron of arts and sciences. His admiration for Voltaire's philosophies led to their close friendship despite their occasional disagreements. This artwork immortalizes their intellectual camaraderie. Menzel's meticulous brushstrokes bring life to these historical figures while capturing the essence of their personalities through subtle details. The warm colors evoke a sense of intimacy within this grand setting. Displayed at Staatliche Museen Berlin today, this sketch serves as a testament to the enduring legacy left behind by these influential thinkers. It reminds us of the power of ideas exchanged around tables like these – where history is shaped through conversations that transcend time itself.
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