Ferdinand Keller (1842–1922): A Pioneer of Romantic Symbolism Ferdinand Keller (August 5, 1842 – July 8, 1922) stands as a pivotal figure in German Romantic painting, recognized primarily for his masterful depictions of bullfighting and landscapes imbued with profound symbolic resonance. Born in Karlsruhe to the family of a civil engineer, Keller’s artistic journey began amidst the intellectual fervor of his time—a period marked by burgeoning interest in psychology and philosophical explorations into the human condition. His formative years were shaped by witnessing his father's involvement…