Carl
Röchling (May 21, 1855 – May 6, 1920) was a German painter and illustrator
known for his representation of historical military themes. While in Berlin, he
was a pupil of the great master painter Anton von Werner, with whom he
participated in the creation of various panoramic paintings such as Der
Schlacht von Sedan ("The Battle of Sedan"). Later he became well
known for his independent work of historical and military paintings in the turn
of the 19th century. He died on May 6, 1920 in Berlin.