Cat piano and animal choir
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Cat piano and animal choir
A cat piano and a choir of animals make up this unusual ensemble. A motely selection of humans also feature-a one legged man plays the cat piano(note the owl and bat that roost on the back of his chair), while an old woman sing along from her bed. Is she a witch, and are these her familars? Date: 16th century
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Cats Choral Ensemble False Humans Instument Keyboard Limb Monkey Performance Poor Poverty Singers Unconventional Unusual Musical Prosthetic Singalong
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In this 16th-century print, an extraordinary musical ensemble takes center stage. A cat piano and a choir of animals create an unusual harmony, with a motley assembly of humans joining in the performance. The one-legged man at the piano is a sight to behold, his wooden prosthetic leg supported by a stool. Two intriguing creatures, an owl and a bat, roost on the back of his chair, adding an air of mystery to his presence. Is he a sorcerer, and are these his familiars? An old woman, bedridden, joins the performance from her humble abode. Her bed, a symbol of poverty and vulnerability, is her stage. Her attire, worn and threadbare, speaks of a life of hardship. Yet, her spirit shines through as she sings along, her voice blending with the animal choir. The ensemble includes a monkey, a false leg donkey, a pig, a cow, a dog, and various cats. Their unconventional musical instruments add to the enchantment of the scene. The keyboard, with its clawed cat hammers, is a marvel of creativity. The animals, with their expressive faces, seem to relish their roles in this unconventional musical production. The print, with its rich details and intriguing characters, invites the viewer to ponder the stories behind each figure. The poverty-stricken setting, the wooden piano, and the motley crew of performers, all add to the charm of this musical moment frozen in time.
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