The Munich School

The Munich School refers to a group of 19th-century European art students and teachers associated with the Academy of Fine Arts in Munich. It emphasized realistic, detailed depictions of everyday life and the human figure, often with a focus on natural light and accurate anatomy. This style aimed to combine academic technical skill with a sense of genuine observation and individual expression. The Munich School influenced many artists across Europe and helped shape the development of realism and naturalism in art during that period, balancing traditional techniques with a focus on truthful representation of the world.