Erich Ohser 1903 – 1944

Biography

Erich Ohser was born on March 18, 1903, in the small town of Gettengrün, Germany. He would go on to become a talented and influential caricaturist and cartoonist whose distinctive artistic vision left an impression on German visual culture during the early twentieth century. Working through a period of significant historical upheaval, Ohser dedicated himself to his craft, developing a keen eye for capturing character and expression through his drawings.

Throughout his career, Ohser honed his skills as both a caricaturist and cartoonist, creating works that demonstrated his command of line and his ability to distill personality into visual form. His artistic contributions reflected the sensibilities and challenges of his era, as he navigated the complexities of working as a creative professional in Germany during the 1920s, 1930s, and early 1940s.

Erich Ohser’s life came to an end on April 6, 1944, in Berlin, during the final year of World War II. He was laid to rest at Hauptfriedhof in Plauen, Germany, where his memory is preserved. Though his career was cut short, his artistic legacy endures as a testament to his talent and dedication to his craft.