Every individual has a different taste. Therefore, not every artwork in a collection will captivate every person in the audience. And since art has such a wide variety to offer, we get to choose from a plethora of options. Among the many art genres that are presently well-known belongs the stream of mythological paintings.

If you harbor an interest in the ancient cultures and mythical creatures that you have read about in the epics or religious scriptures, the illustrations that focus on such themes will fascinate you. And we cannot have a discussion on mythical paintings without mentioning Franz von Stuck.

Who Was Franz von Stuck?

Franz von Stuck was born on 23rd February 1863 at Tettenweis near Passau in Germany. From an early age, he was attracted to the idea of drawing and made some intriguing caricatures. He, therefore, studied at Munich Academy- one of the oldest and most significant art academies in Germany.

Von Stuck started to gain popularity with the cartoons he created for Fliegende Blätter- a German weekly. His painting ‘The Guardian of Paradise’ (1889) was first exhibited at the Munich Glass Palace in the same year. However, he was widely critically acclaimed for his best-known painting- ‘The Sin’ (1893). In 1906, Stuck received the award of the Order of Merit of the Bavarian Crown, after which he was popularly known as Franz Ritter von Stuck.

He was heavily influenced by the works of Arnold Böcklin. Most of his artworks are symbolic. You will also notice the details on all the human and mythical figures he painted- they look almost real.

Tips for Buying Franz von Stuck Prints

Franz von Stuck prints are so alluring that it becomes hard to choose one and leave the other. But not all of his prints are suitable for your home. Here are a few tips that will help you decide on the ideal artworks:

The Subject of the Painting

Franz von Stuck was well-known for his selection of gory and macabre subjects for his paintings. Unfortunately, many of those prints, like the ‘Kiss of the Sphinx’ (1895), ‘Crucifixion’ (1892), ‘Faun and Mermaid’ (1918), ‘The Murderer’ and others, emanate a strong negative aura which will not fare well with a child. Therefore you should select such images that are appropriate for every age.

Color Scheme

Since most von Stuck paintings have a macabre theme, the color scheme is also mostly dark and shady. If you have big and airy rooms, dark themed images can look alluring, but it is best to stick with bright colors for a smaller space.

Conclusion

You can now incorporate your passion and interests into your home decor. You will find stunning canvas wall prints at our online store that blend well with your taste and preferences. In addition, you will notice an immediate change in the ambience of a room when you hang the prints on your walls. So if you are looking to amplify the beauty of your home, you can simply indulge in purchasing gorgeous art prints according to your purpose and choice!