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Carl Bloch Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Carl Bloch our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Carl Bloch · 1834 – 1890

In a Roman Osteria by Carl Bloch, 1866

1866 · Statens Museum For Kunst, Copenhagen

Discover 'In a Roman Osteria' by Carl Heinrich Bloch (1866). A captivating academic painting of 19th-century Italian tavern life, rich in detail & dramatic chiaroscuro. Explore this unique artwork now!

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Art Movement: Academic Painting
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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The Last Supper (1876) by Carl Bloch

1876

Explore Carl Heinrich Bloch’s ‘The Last Supper,’ a dramatic oil painting of Jesus’ final meal. Admire its realism & spiritual depth – a masterpiece of Danish religious art.

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Art Movement: Realism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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Jesus Raises Lazarus from the Dead by Carl Bloch

1871

This emotive 1871 oil painting by Carl Heinrich Bloch depicts a miraculous resurrection. Explore this powerful masterpiece today.

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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Carl Bloch: Let the Little Children Come unto Me

This serene 19th-century oil painting by Carl Bloch depicts Jesus with children. Shop this beautiful handmade reproduction today.

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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Christ in Gethsemane (1875) by Carl Bloch

1875

Experience 'Christ in Gethsemane' by Carl Heinrich Bloch! A dramatic oil painting of profound faith & sorrow. Romantic style, rich detail, & a timeless biblical scene. Explore reproductions at TopImpressionists.com.

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Art Movement: Romanticism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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Carl Bloch, Sermon on the Mount (1877)

1877

A reverent gathering of disciples listening intently to Christ amidst a mountainous landscape.

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Art Movement: Realism
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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The Twelve-Year-Old Jesus in the Temple (1869) by Carl Bloch

1869

A young boy sits on a temple step holding a caged dove amidst a scene of spiritual reverence.

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Art Movement: Academic Art

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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The Meeting of Mary and Elizabeth (1866) by Carl Bloch

1866

A profound moment of reverence unfolds in Carl Heinrich Bloch's 1866 masterpiece The Meeting of Mary and Elizabeth, capturing biblical emotion through masterful 19th-century realism that you can bring to your collection.

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Art Movement: Realism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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The Denial of Peter by Carl Bloch

This dramatic oil painting by Carl Heinrich Bloch captures Peter's emotional turmoil. Shop this handmade reproduction today.

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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The Woman with the Sparrows, 1886, Carl Bloch

1886

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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Healing of the Blind Man

1871

A serene religious scene of Jesus healing a blind man by Danish master Carl Heinrich Bloch captures profound hope through masterful 1871 realism, inviting you to explore this timeless masterpiece for your collection.

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Art Movement: Realism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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A Fisherman from Sorrento, Italy by Carl Bloch, 1860

1860 · Statens Museum For Kunst, Copenhagen · original 65.0 x 47.5cm

This 1860 oil painting by Carl Bloch captures a serene fisherman in Italy. Shop this beautiful hand-painted reproduction today.

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Art Movement: Realism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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En gammel bondekone, der ser ud af et vindue by Carl Bloch

1874 · Statens Museum For Kunst, Copenhagen · original 28.5 x 20.0cm

This somber 1874 realist oil painting by Carl Bloch captures an elderly woman in quiet reflection. Shop this evocative masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Realism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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Carl Bloch, The Transfiguration (1872)

1872 · Frederiksborg Palace, Hillerød

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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A Fishwife (1875)

1875 · Statens Museum For Kunst, Copenhagen · original 36.0 x 24.5cm

This realistic 1875 oil painting by Carl Bloch captures a working woman in earthy tones. Shop this intimate masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Realism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 15 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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The Artist’s Parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Bloch in Their Sitting Room – Carl Bloch

1855 · original 55.0 x 48.0cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 16 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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The Daughter of Jairius, Carl Bloch

1863 · Statens Museum For Kunst, Copenhagen · original 190.5 x 235.0cm

This somber 1863 oil painting by Carl Bloch captures a dramatic religious scene. Shop this masterpiece today.

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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Christ on the Cross (1870) by Carl Bloch

1870

This poignant 1870 oil painting by Carl Bloch captures the intense suffering of Christ. Explore this masterpiece of religious art today.

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Art Movement: Realism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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Fishermen's families avaiting their return in an approsching storm. From the west coast of Jutland. (1858)

1858 · Hirschsprung Collection, Copenhagen · original 116.0 x 186.0cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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Two monks (1861)

1861 · original 34 x 44 cm

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Art Movement: Realism
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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Carl Bloch, Prometheus Unbound (1864)

1864 · Ribe Kunstmuseum, Esbjerg · original 46.0 x 38.0cm

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Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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The Artist's Wife, Alma Bloch, née Trepka – Carl Bloch

1868 · Statens Museum For Kunst, Copenhagen · original 62.5 x 47.0cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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Carl Bloch: A boy on a bench.

1871 · original 14.0 x 12.0cm

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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The Temptation of Jesus (1868)

1868

Explore Bloch’s dramatic ‘The Temptation of Jesus’! A monumental Baroque painting featuring Christ’s resurrection. Rich detail, vibrant colors & masterful realism await.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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Two women talking

1874 · Nivaagaards Malerisamling, Nibe · original 43.0 x 32.0cm

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 65 artworks by Carl Bloch
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The artist

Carl Bloch

1834 – 1890

Quick facts

NationalityDenmark
Topics exploredpeople, woman, jesus, biblical scene, religious art
Lifespan56 years
Died1890
Color intensitymonochromatic, balanced
Creative periodsmature period
Movementsrealism
Corpus themesbiblical narratives, rembrandt's light and shadow, eckersberg-tradition realism, frederiksborg palace commissions, frederiksborg palace commission

Biography

A Life Dedicated to Art and Faith

Carl Heinrich Bloch, born in Copenhagen on May 23rd, 1834, was a Danish painter whose name became synonymous with profoundly moving depictions of biblical narratives and the quiet dignity of everyday life. His journey as an artist wasn’t initially embraced by his parents, who envisioned a more conventional path for their son—a career at sea. However, Bloch's unwavering passion for art proved irresistible, leading him to enroll at the Royal Danish Academy of Art in 1855 under the tutelage of Wilhelm Marstrand. This formal training laid the crucial foundation for his artistic development, honing his skills and shaping his aesthetic sensibilities. Early works revealed a keen observational eye, focusing on rural scenes and capturing the essence of ordinary existence with remarkable sensitivity.

The Italian Awakening and Artistic Maturation

A pivotal moment in Bloch’s artistic evolution arrived with his extended sojourn in Italy from 1859 to 1866. This period proved transformative, exposing him to a wealth of artistic heritage and profoundly influencing his style. It was during these years that he encountered the works of Rembrandt van Rijn, an encounter that would indelibly mark his approach to painting. The Dutch master’s masterful use of light and shadow—the dramatic interplay between illumination and darkness—resonated deeply with Bloch, becoming a defining characteristic of his own work. He absorbed not only technical aspects but also the emotional depth and psychological insight Rembrandt brought to his canvases. In Rome, he found personal happiness as well, marrying Alma Trepka in 1868; their marriage was a source of joy until her untimely death in 1886, an event that cast a long shadow over his later years.

Triumph at Frederiksborg and Lasting Legacy

Bloch’s ascent to prominence began with the exhibition of Prometheus Unbound in Copenhagen in 1865, signaling a turning point in his career. He quickly established himself as a leading artist, succeeding Marstrand in completing the decoration of the ceremonial hall at the University of Copenhagen. However, it was his commission to create twenty-three paintings for the King's Chapel at Frederiksborg Palace (spanning from 1865 to 1879) that cemented his legacy. These scenes from the life of Christ—rendered with breathtaking detail and emotional intensity—became immensely popular and are widely considered among his finest achievements. The power of these images extended beyond Denmark’s borders; Bloch subsequently created altarpieces based on the Frederiksborg paintings, which found homes in churches across Denmark and Sweden.

Style, Influences, and Enduring Impact

Bloch's artistic style was a compelling blend of realism and romanticism. He possessed an exceptional ability to depict biblical narratives with both historical accuracy and profound emotional resonance. The influence of Rembrandt is undeniable in his masterful manipulation of light and shadow, creating dramatic effects that heighten the sense of spirituality and human drama. He also belonged to the “Eckersberg-Tradition” within Danish art, a school known for its commitment to realism and national themes. Beyond his technical skill, Bloch’s work resonated with audiences because of its genuine empathy and spiritual depth. His paintings weren't merely illustrations; they were invitations to contemplate faith, suffering, and redemption. His impact extends far beyond the realm of fine art. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has extensively utilized Bloch’s Frederiksborg Palace paintings in its church buildings and printed materials, recognizing their power to convey scriptural stories with clarity and emotional force. They have even served as visual references for films depicting biblical accounts. H.C. Andersen, the celebrated Danish author, recognized Bloch's exceptional talent, predicting that he would "become noble here on earth" and ascend toward “the great heaven of art.” Karl Madsen similarly declared him among the "noblest of them all!" Carl Heinrich Bloch passed away in Copenhagen on February 22nd, 1890, leaving behind a body of work that continues to inspire awe and reverence. His paintings remain testaments to his artistic genius and enduring faith—a legacy that ensures his place as one of the most beloved religious artists of the 19th century.

Questions & Answers

Where are Carl Bloch's artworks grouped by art movement?

The movements Carl Bloch worked in can be seen on the artist's All Movements page, which groups the artworks by movement.

Where is Carl Bloch from?

Carl Bloch was born in Denmark.

What are the birthplace and birth year of Carl Bloch?

Carl Bloch was born in Copenhagen in 1834.

By the TopImpressionists.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 1, 2026

Collector's quiz

Carl Heinrich Bloch initially faced opposition from his parents regarding his career path. What profession did they prefer for him?
Which artist significantly influenced Bloch's use of light and shadow?
Bloch is most renowned for his depictions of what subject matter?
Where are the original paintings from Bloch's most famous commission, depicting scenes from the life of Christ, still located?
What was H.C. Andersen's prediction regarding Bloch’s artistic future?

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