The Round Table of King Frederick II in Sanssouci by Adolph von Menzel. A lively gathering of gentlemen in 18th-century attire dining at a round table within a grand, vaulted hall featuring towering columns and a crystal chandelier.

The Round Table of King Frederick II in Sanssouci

Adolph von Menzel

1848 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A masterful depiction of enlightenment and courtly social life in the grand Marble Hall of Sanssouci.

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A measured piece with active movement in walnut and cognac tones — holds a composed wall with restraint.

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Dining Room · Library · Study
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Works well as a centered vertical note
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Best with clear wall contrast
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Rich brown, Aged gold, Deep burgundy

About the piece

Created in 1848 by Adolph von Menzel, this oil sketch captures the vibrant atmosphere of Frederick the Great's intellectual circle at Sanssouci. The work is celebrated for its dynamic brushwork and expert handling of light, which filters through the tall windows of the Marble Hall to illuminate the spirited conversation of philosophers and statesmen gathered around the king's table.

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