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Discovery in Organic Remains (engraving)
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Discovery in Organic Remains (engraving)
7177726 Discovery in Organic Remains (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Discovery in Organic Remains. Illustration for The Comic Annual by Thomas Hood, 1836 (A H Baily).); © Look and Learn
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Discovery in Organic Remains - A Humorous Engraving from the 19th Century
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. This engraving, titled "Discovery in Organic Remains" takes us back to the whimsical world of 19th-century humor. Created by an anonymous English artist, this illustration was originally featured in The Comic Annual by Thomas Hood in 1836. The scene unfolds with a touch of macabre comedy as we witness a musician playing a haunting tune on his organ. Surrounded by an array of musical instruments, including woodwind instruments, he seems blissfully unaware that his audience is not what one would expect. Perched atop the organ pipes are mischievous monkeys and curious apes, observing the spectacle with great interest. Intriguingly juxtaposing life and death, this artwork captures both our fascination with music and our inevitable mortality. The presence of corpses scattered around adds a dark twist to an otherwise lighthearted composition. Through its detailed engravings and clever use of humor, this print transports us to another era where laughter mingled with morbidity. It reminds us that even amidst life's uncertainties and unexpected discoveries, there is always room for amusement. Now preserved within a private collection but made accessible through Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder platform, this engraving continues to captivate viewers today. Its enduring charm lies in its ability to evoke emotions ranging from amusement to contemplation – reminding us that art truly transcends time.
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