Essay Assignment for Germaine de Staël: An Ambassador of Romanticism

Essay Assignment for Germaine de Staël: An Ambassador of Romanticism

Now that you’ve had a chance to explore the evidence, write a short essay (1–2 pages) on the following topic:

Write a review of the two Casper David Friedrich paintings written from the point of view of Germaine de Staël. As you plan your review, consider the following questions: How might Staël have responded to the subject matter? What details might have caught her eye? Why? What connections might she have made between the paintings and the larger themes of the romantic movement?

You may find it helpful to review the section of Chapter 21 of your textbook titled “The Romantic Movement” before you begin.