A Chat Beside the Fountain by Ferdinand Max Bredt

Ferdinand Max Bredt (German, 1860-1921) Oil on panel 12 7/8 x 9 1/4 inches Ferdinand Max Bredt, known by his signature F. M. Bredt, was born on June 7, 1860, in Leipzig, Germany, to Ernst Bredt, a respected bookseller and publisher, and Lydia Wetschky. Growing up in a family with a literary background, Bredt's artistic inclinations found expression early on.After completing his apprenticeship in bookselling in Stuttgart, Bredt embarked on a journey into the world of art, enrolling at the Royal Art School in Stuttgart in 1877. Under the tutelage of prominent artists like Bernhard von Neher and Carl von Häberlin, he honed his skills. Seeking further artistic refinement, he later moved to the Munich Academy to study under Wilhelm von Lindenschmit the Younger.Bredt's artistic pursuits took him far and wide, as he embarked on extensive travels throughout Italy, Greece, Turkey, and Tunisia. These journeys served as a wellspring of inspiration for his work, influencing his depictions of harem