Richard Müller
(Tschirnitz, Böhmen 1847 – 1954 Dresden)
A Ruined City in Flanders, 1914-15
Black chalk
26.5 x 34 cm
Illegible inscription and signature lower right
PROVENANCE
Private collection, Switzerland
In 1914 Müller was inducted for war service in the German army, recording as professional draughtsman aspects of the Flanders campaign. The vast destruction became his principal concern. Following his premature demobilization Müller published the album "From the West" with 40 etchings, dedicated to King Georg of Saxony. The revenues were donated to the Red Cross.