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

Caspar David Friedrich is considered the most outstanding German painter of romanticism, whose works reflect a profound closeness to nature and spiritual streak. Its meticulously painted landscapes often show lonely figures that look longingly into the distance, transporting romantic and religious feelings with symbolic metaphors such as the moon or tree stumps. After completing his training in Copenhagen, Friedrich settled in Dresden, where he was surrounded by important poets. The close connection between painting and poetry shaped his work and reveals emotions that go beyond words. Overall, he sought to give insights into the human soul through his art and to connect to the eternal search of romance for internal fulfillment.