Johann Gustav Lange (1811-1887), born in Mülheim na der Ruhr and died in Düsseldorf, is a painter of the German school. He studied at the Academy of Arts in Düsseldorf, where he took lessons from Johann Wilhelm Schirmer (1807-1863) in landscape painting, a field in which he specialized. His landscapes have a charged atmosphere, with a preference for winter light. Father of Fritz Lange (1851-1922), also a landscape painter. Signature: in the lower left Size: - with frame 69,5 x 89,5 x 6 - without frame 53 x 73 x 2 (the frame is in very good condition, gold color.) Artwork description: The painting "Winter's Awakening" by Johann Gustav Lange captures a vibrant rural life during winter. In the foreground, a boy pulls a sled loaded with firewood across solid ice, his effort evident in every step. Behind him, two elderly figures make their way home, walking along a snow-covered path. The landscape is depicted with picturesque details: trees, still adorned with a few residual leaves, dominate the horizon with their distinct grace. These details highlight the delicate transition between autumn and winter. The cold air of winter envelops the entire scene, while the cool and warm colors complement the icy and tranquil atmosphere. The painting exudes an authentic simplicity and a deep connection with nature and rural labor, illustrating the beauty and harshness of the German winter. Oil painting on canvas The painting is in good condition, it shows very fine and small cracks due to age. Transport: The painting will be well packed and protected, and will be carried out in safe conditions with transport insurance. For a better quality of the images you can access this link https://mega.nz/folder/czhFXKgD#_BeD9zP9lg9MZYdjeASoKA or https://t.ly/vyzGI the pictures are part of the description please look at the pictures carefully!!!