(Hannover 1867-1929 Berlin)
After studying art at the Munich Academy, Oppler enjoyed early success with works in the style of the Munich School, but soon became a member of the Munich and Berlin Secession. During a stay in London lasting several years, he devoted himself intensively to the technique of etching and, from 1900 onwards, developed an impressionistic style of painting. After moving to Berlin in 1904, he focused intensively on the motif of dance, with his technically sophisticated etchings attracting particular attention.