from 1902 until 1928, he was a professor at the royal school of art. in 1903, he married theodora mozer (1871-1947), the daughter of dr. alexander karl wilhelm mozer (1841-1910), a member of the medical council. they had no children. during this time, he painted portraits, still-lifes, landscapes, altarpieces and frescoes. most of his paintings are in private collections. many, it is said, were bartered to supplement his teaching income. he was, however, able to begin building a summer residence near malchin in 1909.