Heinrich Lang (painter)

Heinrich Lang (born 1838, died 1891) was a German genre painter. He is primarily known for his depictions of scenes of everyday life, often featuring peasants or members of the lower classes in realistic settings. Lang studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Munich and was influenced by the Munich School of painting. His works often portray subjects engaged in activities like farming, celebrating festivals, or interacting within their communities. He exhibited regularly and his paintings found popularity for their accessible and often sentimental portrayal of rural life.