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Greeting Card... ca. 1825. Creator: Johannes Endletzberger
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Greeting Card... ca. 1825. Creator: Johannes Endletzberger
Greeting Card:gold-framed collage, mother-of-pearl book, gold serpent, staff, and torch; gouache, metallic paint, metallic foil, embossed and punched paper, and carved and painted mother of pearl on silk, ca. 1825
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This stunning greeting card, created by Johannes Endletzberger around 1825, is a true masterpiece of artistry and craftsmanship. The intricate details and exquisite materials used in its creation make it a remarkable piece of ephemera from the 19th century. The gold-framed collage features a mother-of-pearl book, symbolizing knowledge and wisdom, while a golden serpent gracefully winds its way around a staff topped with a flaming torch. These elements represent the staff of Asclepius, the ancient Greek god associated with healing and medicine. Endletzberger's use of gouache, metallic paint, metallic foil, embossed and punched paper adds depth and texture to this work. The carved and painted mother-of-pearl on silk further enhances its beauty. With its rich color palette and meticulous attention to detail, this greeting card showcases both German heritage artistry as well as Austrian religious symbolism. It is an embodiment of the fusion between literature, religion, mythology, and visual arts that was prevalent during this period. Now housed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City (the Met), this piece stands as a testament to Endletzberger's talent as well as the enduring power of artistic expression throughout history.
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