Sabina von Steinbach Sculpting the Statue of the Synagogue by Moritz von Schwind. A woman in 19th-century medieval attire sits on the ground, using a mallet and chisel to carve a large stone statue of a blindfolded woman, with a cathedral under construction in the background.
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Sabina von Steinbach Sculpting the Statue of the Synagogue

Moritz von Schwind

1844 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A captivating 19th-century depiction of the legendary female sculptor Sabina von Steinbach at work on a masterpiece.

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Where it works

A quiet, grounding work with warm, lived-in color — adds structure to a more polished room.

Often works in
Living Room · Library · Study
Placement
Reads naturally in balanced wall arrangements
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Benefits from a distinct wall tone
Color notes
Soft gray, Rich brown, Charcoal black

About the piece

Painted in 1844 by Moritz von Schwind, this Romantic-era masterpiece portrays Sabina von Steinbach, a legendary figure said to have worked on the Strasbourg Cathedral. She is shown meticulously carving the 'Synagoga' statue, surrounded by the tools of her trade and a vibrant bouquet of flowers, while the towering cathedral rises in the hazy distance. Schwind’s clean lines and luminous palette bring this medieval legend to life with academic refinement and narrative depth.

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