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| Johann Hieronymus Löschenkohl (1753–1807) | ||||||||||
| Löschenkohl, born in Elberfeld, Jülich-Berg, became a renowned copperplate engraver and illustrator, though little is known about his early life or training. He moved to Vienna in 1780 and quickly established a successful business, initially creating silhouette portraits, which were fashionable at the time. His growing success allowed him to relocate to Kohlmarkt, a prime area for business. He was highly prolific and innovative, earning recognition as a chronicler of contemporary events through his vibrant copper engravings. His work covered a wide range of subjects, from wars and revolutions to crimes, weddings, and the lives of the nobility, as well as political and satirical themes. Before the rise of illustrated newspapers, his studio became a popular spot for those seeking the latest news in visual form, though the accuracy of his depictions was sometimes questionable. Löschenkohl's images were reproduced on various everyday items, including fans, business cards, playing cards, boxes, calendars, greeting cards, and board games. He was also involved in the music trade, supplying music and sheet music to almanacs, and was particularly known for his portraits and silhouettes of composers and artists at court theatres. Driven by a desire to be the first to capture the latest events, he often sacrificed artistic quality in favour of timeliness, earning criticism from his peers, and was known to borrow ideas from other manufacturers. Löschenkohl died in Vienna. | ||||||||||
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