Fine Art Print : A Painful Subject - silhouette by Konewka
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A Painful Subject - silhouette by Konewka
Silhouette of a teacher brutally thrashing his pupil by the German silhouettist Konewka Date: c.1830
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Media ID 7218319
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Alphabet Black Board Brutal Brutality Cane Corporal Painful Punish Punishment Pupil School Boys School Children School Master School Room Teacher Thrashing Violence Violent Caning
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the profound impact of history through our exquisite Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This haunting masterpiece, "A Painful Subject - Silhouette by Konewka," is a poignant reminder of the past. Captured by the skilled hand of German silhouettist Konewka around 1830, this evocative silhouette depicts a teacher brutally punishing his pupil. The intricate details and the stark contrast between light and shadow in this Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online bring the scene to life, making it a powerful addition to any art collection or historical study. Delve into the depths of human emotion and explore the complexities of our past with this captivating Fine Art Print.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Painful Subject: A Silhouette of a Teacher Brutally Thrashing His Pupil by Konewka (c.1830) - This haunting silhouette by the German artist Konewka captures a painful and unsettling scene from Victorian education. The image depicts a school master in the act of brutally punishing a small, frightened schoolboy, as the other children in the classroom look on in shock and disbelief. The teacher, with a stern and determined expression, wields a long cane, inflicting a violent and brutal corporal punishment on the young boy, who covers his head with his hands, trying to shield himself from the blows. In the background, a blackboard displays the alphabet, a symbol of learning and knowledge, which stands in stark contrast to the violence unfolding before it. The scene is a stark reminder of the harsh realities of education during the Victorian era, where physical punishment was a common method used to discipline children. The use of silhouettes, a popular art form during the 18th and 19th centuries, adds an extra layer of drama and intensity to the image, highlighting the emotional and physical pain inflicted on the young boy. This powerful and poignant silhouette is a testament to the enduring impact of Konewka's art and the painful truths it reveals about the past.
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