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9.50" x 12.00"
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2.00"
Frame Width:
0.88"
Overall:
15.00" x 17.50"
Die Bierstube Framed Print
by Doug Kreuger
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Design Details
Once located at the corner of Oak and Kansas streets, the Bierstube was a local landmark in historic downtown Frankfort, IL for over 25 years. It was... more
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Artist's Description
Once located at the corner of Oak and Kansas streets, the Bierstube was a local landmark in historic downtown Frankfort, IL for over 25 years. It was destroyed by fire on August 8, 2001.
Owned by Karl Ditchler (Chef Klaus) and his family, the Bierstube was a festive restaurant crowed with people sharing good times. It was one of my favorite places to enjoy with family and friends.
I decided to paint "Die Bierstube" as a way of preserving and celebrating its legacy. My focus on details serves as a tribute to the artisans who carved and painted the front entryway doors, the nostalgic shingle-styled signs and the family crests that altogether made the 100-year-old building charming and inviting.
Copyright ©2001 By Doug Kreuger
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About Doug Kreuger
Doug Kreuger, Landscape Artist Member of Oil Painters of America Doug was born in, Aberdeen, South Dakota, and grew up in Hazel Crest, Illinois. From early childhood, Doug demonstrated a strong interest in drawing, painting, and building things. Throughout his school years, Doug excelled in all his art classes, winning numerous awards and recognition for his artistic abilities. 

Upon graduating from high school, Doug became a student at The American Academy of Art, Chicago, where he studied commercial graphics, life drawing and watercolors. 

Doug's first job as a professional artist was with Unigraf, a company that specialized in designing P.O.P (point-of-purchase) displays and display graphics. Doug left that company...
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Sunil Kapadia
Amazing detailing and color rendering. LF
Carolyn Rosenberger
Paying another visit to this amazingly detailed painting...don't know how you had the patience to do all of those tiny details! L&F
Doug Kreuger replied:
Thanks so very much, Carolyn! ...lots of inspiration and memories of fun times spent at Die Bierstube.
Sunil Kapadia
Masterful interpretation and color rendering. Phenomenal detailing. L/F
Doug Kreuger replied:
Thanks so much Sunil!
Wanda Brandon
Congrats on your showcase in Wisconsin. Lovely town scene. f/l
Doug Kreuger replied:
Thank you very much Wanda!
Sorin Apostolescu
Excellent work !
Doug Kreuger replied:
Thank you Sorin!
Hanne Lore Koehler
What a remarkable painting, Doug! This delightful action scene is sure to bring back wonderful memories to all who enjoyed this lovely spot! Magnificent details in this fabulous composition! L/F
Doug Kreuger replied:
Thank you very much Hanne! The original hangs in my art studio, and it does remind me of many good times shared with family & friends. ((-:
Meryl Goudey
Well-deserved YAHoo🎈🎉L
Doug Kreuger replied:
Thank you very much Meryl!
Donna Kennedy
Doug, the detail is so life-like, outstanding artwork!!! Congratulations on being selected as the Showcased Artist of the Week in WFS!...fav/tweet/love
Doug Kreuger replied:
Thank you very much Donna! You support is greatly appreciated!
Nava Thompson
Doug----congratulations on being the SHOWCASED artist in WFS---well deserved! Wonderful piece of work---lots of interesting details---a revisit---took another vote--lvf
Doug Kreuger replied:
Thank you very much Nava! I have many fond memories of occasions celebrated at this unique restaurant—before it burned to the ground! )-:
Carolyn Rosenberger
Congrats on being selected as the Showcased Artist of the Week, Doug! Amazing amount of detail on this very complicated scene! L&F
Doug Kreuger replied:
Thanks again Carolyn—Much appreciated!
Nikolyn McDonald
oops as the Showcased Artist - better yet, Doug.
Doug Kreuger replied:
Thanks so much Nikolyn!
Nikolyn McDonald
Charming scene, beautifully rendered in this painting, Doug. A nice tribute indeed. Congratulations on your selection as a special highlighted artist at WFS this week.
Sharon Duguay
Congrats on being Showcased artist in WFS Doug ,excellent detailed painting ..I am in awe of your talent L/Twt
Doug Kreuger replied:
Thank you very much Sharon! You are very kind!
Randy Rosenberger
A big congratulations to you for being chosen as our 'SHOWCASED ARTIST' of the week for the Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery group. Your art works are very indicative of a professional, and it is a true honor to "showcase" your art pieces for this week in this new venue we are providing for our members. Thanks for your awesome submissions, and it is an honor to have you as a member of our family of friends and fine artists within the WFS group. Special thanks and congratulations from your administrator, Randy "Elvis" Rosenberger
Doug Kreuger replied:
Many thanks, Randy!! You are a one-in-a-million!
Phyllis Kaltenbach
What a wonderful painting and memory, Doug! Makes a cute pillow too! L/F
Doug Kreuger replied:
Thanks again Phyllis!
Jack Zulli
A great way of preserving good memories, well done, Doug!;)
Doug Kreuger replied:
Thanks Jack! Amen…
Tony Clark
Wow, what a realistic painting! So sad the restaurant is gone now. But this is great work Doug. I am going to look at your other work today as soon as I get a chance.
Doug Kreuger replied:
Thanks Tony! Gone, but not forgotten…
Nava Jo Thompson
Doug--beautiful and interesting! Nice information in the description. lvf
Doug Kreuger replied:
Thanks Nava Jo, It's one of my personal favorites for many reasons. (-:
Joan Carroll
very nice! v
Doug Kreuger replied:
Thank you, Joan, for your kindness and support.
Penny Meyers
Doug, back for another visit, and the detail in your paintings continues to amaze me! This is such a wonderful tribute, I'm sure many people enjoyed visiting this restaurant as much as you did. My choice today for Pay it Forward.
Doug Kreuger replied:
Thank you, Penny, for your heartfelt comment and support. They are greatly appreciated!
Penny Meyers
Amazing! f/v
Doug Kreuger replied:
Thanks, Penny, I appreciate your support!
Sotiri Catemis
Doug, Great colors and phenomenal detail on this piece.
Randy Rosenberger
Doug, this is one of the finest oil paintings I have ever had the pleasure to view. Love the imagery and all the elements are so heartwarming to envision. This is a true masterpiece of art talent and beauty! fave and vote
Doug Kreuger replied:
Randy, Thanks for taking notice of this painting. I can't believe nearly a dozen years have passed since I painted this one! I remember painting it like it was yesterday! Sadly, due to a fire, this restaurant no longer exists in this same location. I'm happy I was able to preserve it's charming legacy in this painting before it was gone forever.