Caspar David Friedrich: "The lonely tree" (1822), limited reproduction

Caspar David Friedrich is considered the most outstanding German Romantic painter, whose works reflect a profound connection to nature and a spiritual dimension. His meticulously painted landscapes often depict solitary figures gazing longingly into the distance, conveying romantic and religious sentiments through symbolic metaphors such as the moon or tree stumps. After his training in Copenhagen, Friedrich settled in Dresden, where he was surrounded by prominent poets. The close connection between painting and poetry shaped his work and reveals emotions that transcend words. Ultimately, he strove to offer insights into the human soul through his art and to connect with the Romantic movement's eternal quest for inner fulfillment.