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Galgenmusik, mid-late 19th century, (c1924). Creator: Carl Spitzweg
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Galgenmusik, mid-late 19th century, (c1924). Creator: Carl Spitzweg
Galgenmusik, mid-late 19th century, (c1924). Gallows music. A fiddler plays to a body swinging from a scaffold. From " Die gute alte Zeit: Zeichnungen von Karl Spitzweg", (The Good Old Days: drawings by Karl Spitzweg). [Benjamin Harz, Berlin-Vienna, c1924]
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Galgenmusik, mid-late 19th century, (c1924). Creator: Carl Spitzweg In this intriguing print by renowned artist Carl Spitzweg, titled 'Galgenmusik' or 'Gallows Music', we are transported to the mid-late 19th century. The scene depicts a morbid yet strangely captivating moment in history. A lone fiddler stands beneath a scaffold, his bow gliding across the strings of his violin. Swinging from the gallows above him is a lifeless body, creating an eerie juxtaposition between music and death. This macabre display hints at the dark sense of humor prevalent during that time period. Spitzweg's meticulous pencil sketch captures every detail with precision, showcasing his mastery as an artist. The monochrome palette adds to the somber atmosphere of the image, emphasizing its historical context. The print is part of 'Die gute alte Zeit: Zeichnungen von Karl Spitzweg' ('The Good Old Days: drawings by Karl Spitzweg'), published around 1924 by Benjamin Harz in Berlin-Vienna. It offers us a glimpse into German society during the Victorian era and serves as a reminder of how art can reflect both cultural norms and societal taboos. This thought-provoking piece invites viewers to contemplate themes such as punishment, mortality, and human nature through its haunting imagery. It reminds us that even in times long past, artists like Spitzweg dared to challenge conventional boundaries and provoke contemplation through their work.
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