Artist

P. E. Stroëhling

Russian, born Dusseldorf, Germany 1768-died London, England ca. 1826
Also known as
  • P. E. Stroehling
  • Peter Eduard Stroehling
  • Peter Edward Stroehling
  • Peter Edward Strohling
  • Peter Edward Stroely
  • Peter Eduard Strohling
  • Peter Eduard Straely
Born
Dusseldorf, Germany
Died
London, England
Active in
  • St. Petersburg, Russia
Nationalities
  • Russian
Biography

P. E. Stroehling’s career began in Russia, where he was hired by Catherine the Great and her son Paul I to paint for the imperial family. Stroehling’s polished style was honed during years spent working in Italy, France, and Austria, and his skill eventually won him the patronage of the Prince of Wales.