Critic’s Pick Caspar David Friedrich: A Solitary Wanderer Finding His Way in the Fog The first major U.S. exhibition of Germany’s great Romantic painter is a historic showcase.

When Caspar David Friedrich died in 1840, he was almost forgotten by the art world. As his 250th birthday approaches, his reputation is reaching new heights.

Caspar David Friedrich: his rise from obscurity to fame Slew of shows this year mark 250th anniversary of German artist who, as a favourite of Hitler, had fallen out of favour Catherine Hickley ...

From magical beauty to dark melancholy. Silence, longing, and the forces of nature: Caspar David Friedrich created cult paintings and with them gave inspiration to Walt Disney, computer game ...