Discover the serenity and intricate artistry of "Taken a Rest" by Carl Plückebaum. Painted in the early 20th century, this piece showcases Plückebaum's mastery over oil on cardboard. Hailing from Düsseldorf, Germany, Carl became renowned not only as a painter but also an engraver. He was notably an apprentice to esteemed Estonian artists Jansen and Gebhardt. Carl was particularly adept at child's portrait painting, though he also possessed a penchant for crafting still-lifes, flower compositions, and animal imagery. His work reflects a harmonious collaboration with his wife, Meta Pluckebaum, a recognized author and integral partner in his artistic journey.

This exquisite portrait, "Portrait of the Lady," is the creation of Hermann Kaulbach, the son of the celebrated painter Wilhelm von Kaulbach. Painted with oil on wood, this piece measures 90 x 70 and showcases Kaulbach's adept use of color and detail. The artist's signature, "Herm. Kaulbach," is inscribed in the upper right corner. Known for his paintings of literary and historical subjects, Kaulbach also excelled in genre painting, displaying a unique gift for portraying children's lives. His playful sense of humor shines through in this portrait, where he adds a clever touch with an eavesdropper listening to the confession. Own a piece of 19th-century art history with this evocative portrait that was created just four years after Kaulbach began his studies with the renowned Karl von Piloty.