Hermann Corrodi Biography
Hermann Corrodi was born in 1844, precisely in Frascati, near Rome. His father was the Swiss painter Salomon Corrodi, who was a favorite of Tsar Nicholas I. Herman studied art under Alexandre van Muyden and Alexandre Calame in Geneva, where he finished his studies in 1860. He later moved to Rome, where he attended the Accademia di San Luca and where his father taught, also becoming an honorary member. Subsequently, in 1872, he went to Paris to continue his studies.
Hermann Corrodi's art was strongly influenced by his father, who taught him to paint according to nature, paying particular attention to colors and the effects of light. During his life, he maintained relationships with many influential people and experts in the arts, and traveled to several European countries, including Turkey, Egypt and Syria.
Most of his works have been lost or are in private collections. However, some works can still be admired, for example at the municipal gallery of modern art in Palazzo Braschi or in the rooms of Palazzo Montecitorio. Furthermore, shortly before his death, Hermann Corrodi built a large studio house with exhibition spaces for his works.
Hermann Corrodi died on 30 January 1905 in Rome.
His art focused mainly on landscapes and views, with a particular passion for Rome and Venice, but also for oriental views.
