Emil von Varennes-Mondasse was an accomplished German landscape painter. He trained at the Academy of Fine Arts Munich and was the grandson of animal and landscape painter Friedrich Johann Voltz (1817-1886). In 1934, he inherited Penzing Castle in Bavaria. It’s believed that he was of Huguenot descent.

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1881

Born in Munich, Germany to Wolfgang August Emil Von Varennes-Mondasse and Agnes Maria Amalia Von Varennes-Mondasse (nee Voltz).

1903

Enrolled at the Academy of Fine Arts Munich.

Married Juliana (Julie) Seitz.

1930

Married Emilie Marie Bender.

1934

Inherited Penzing Castle near Wasserburg in Bavaria.

1949

Died at Penzing Castle near Wasserburg am Inn.