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| Franz Xaver Jungwirth (1720–1790) | ||||||||||
| A copper engraver born in Munich, Jungwirth’s work reflected the religious, civic, and artistic currents of southern Germany in the eighteenth century. He studied under K. Hess and Joseph Mörl, working in both Düsseldorf and Munich. He engraved several portraits by Ignaz Oefele, numerous works by Giovanni Battista Piazzetta—particularly heads—and many religious plates, including a series of one hundred expressing the feelings of a repentant soul over the Miserere Psalm. With over eighty portrait etchings, Jungwirth demonstrated his skill with line and tone, while his city views of Munich and Freising focused on local identity rather than grandeur, inspired by Bernardo Bellotto. He also produced Rococo ornament prints after François de Cuvilliès the Elder. His signature, J. W. S. M. (Jung Wirth sculpsit Monachii), appeared on his works. In addition to his engraving work, Jungwirth was involved in book illustration and funeral design, engaging with liturgical and commemorative practices. Appointed court engraver, he remained active until his death in Munich. His son Maximus, also an engraver, died young in 1768, ending the potential continuation of the family workshop. | ||||||||||
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