Alexandre Laemlein

Alexandre Laemlein was an artist documented as active around 1830, known primarily for his detailed figurative drawings and studies of the human form. Although biographical details are sparse, the verifiable record of his artistic output is centered on highly refined graphic works, often depicting figures in specific postures of deference or supplication.

The surviving oeuvre represented in institutional holdings currently includes seven drawings. The subject matter frequently addresses religious or ecclesiastical themes, evidenced by titles such as Kneeling Prelate and Kneeling Prelate Holding a Cushion. Other documented works demonstrate his skill in figure study, including the compositions Back View of Standing Woman and Kneeling Draped Figure. A notable multi-figure composition preserved is Four Figures Kneeling in Supplication.

These specialized drawings are held in major collections, establishing Laemlein's significance as a nineteenth-century draftsman. Examples of his work are preserved in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Due to the age of these historical artworks, many are considered to be in the public domain. This accessibility allows researchers and collectors worldwide to study museum-quality reproductions and high-resolution digital copies of Alexandre Laemlein prints.