Herman Herzog (1831-1932)
Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania
Marker Inscription
A prolific landscape artist of over 1000 paintings, Herzog is associated with the 19th century Hudson River School American art movement, which captured unspoiled landscapes across the US. A notable artist in his native Germany, patrons included royalty throughout Europe. Moving to the US in the 1860s, he won many awards, including an 1876 Philadelphia Centennial medal. His home, studio, and birthplace of artist son, Lewis, were here.
Erected by Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission
The Story
In the decades after the Civil War, Philadelphia was a magnet for artists drawn to the nation's Centennial celebrations and its thriving cultural institutions. Herman Herzog, already celebrated in his native Germany with patrons among Europe's royalty, settled in the United States in the 1860s and turned his brush to America's sweeping, unspoiled scenery in the spirit of the Hudson River School. From his home and studio here he produced an extraordinary body of landscape work and raised a son, Lewis, who followed him into art.
Why it matters
Herzog's career links the grand European tradition of landscape painting to America's own romantic vision of its wild places, and shows how immigrant talent enriched the young nation's artistic life.
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Museums & culture
- Bridgette Mayer2.8 mi away · 709 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
- African American Museum in Philadelphia2.9 mi away · 701 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA
- Congress Hall2.9 mi away · Philadelphia, PA
- Liberty Bell Center2.9 mi away · 526 Market Street, Philadelphia
- Independence Hall3.0 mi away · 520 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
- Independence Visitor Center3.0 mi away · 599 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA
Attractions
- American Bandstand0.6 mi away
- Philadelphia Zoo1.5 mi away
- Rocky Steps1.7 mi away
- Pennsylvania Railroad, Connecting Railway Bridge1.8 mi away
- The Universal Sphere1.9 mi away
- One Liberty Observation Deck2.0 mi away
Food & drink
- Munchie’s Cafe2.8 mi away · 728 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
- Philly Pretzel Factory2.8 mi away
- Burger King2.8 mi away
- Fat Salmon2.8 mi away · 719 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
- Talula's Garden2.8 mi away · 210 West Washington Square, Philadelphia, PA
- Talula's Daily2.8 mi away · 208 West Washington Square, Philadelphia, PA
Places to stay
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City2.2 mi away · 237 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA
- Cambria Hotel Philadelphia Downtown - Center City2.2 mi away · 219 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA
- Holiday Inn Express2.3 mi away · 1305-11 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
- Residence Inn Philadelphia Center City2.3 mi away · 1 East Penn Square, Philadelphia, PA
- Fairfield Inn & Suites2.3 mi away · 261 South 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA
- The Notary Hotel2.3 mi away · 21 North Juniper Street, Philadelphia
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