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Wagner / Ulk / Berlin
RICHARD WAGNER German composer, deified at Bayreuth, with deposed gods and goddesses below: There is only one God, and His name is Wagner
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1813 1883 Bayreuth Berlin Caricatures Composer Deified Deposed Eagles Goddesses Gods Orchestra Valkyrie Wagner Wolves
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This photograph print, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of the legendary German composer, Richard Wagner. Depicted in the image, Wagner stands proudly at the center, clad in a flowing robe and crowned with laurels, as if deified among the deposed gods and goddesses below. The historical context of this image dates back to 1883, a time when Wagner's influence on music and culture was unparalleled. The background of the image is adorned with an orchestra pit, reminiscent of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus, where Wagner's operas were performed. The deposed gods and goddesses, including figures of Zeus, Athena, and Apollo, are shown in various stages of defeat, symbolizing the waning power of the ancient pantheon in the face of Wagner's revolutionary art. The presence of wolves, eagles, horses, and valkyries adds to the mythological and historical significance of the image. Wagner's works, particularly his operas, were renowned for their rich symbolism and mythological allusions. The image's playful and whimsical tone, with Wagner's exaggerated expression and the caricatured depiction of the gods, underscores the composer's larger-than-life persona and the enduring impact of his music on German culture. The photograph print also carries a historical significance, as it was taken in 1883, a year that marked the 70th birthday of Wagner. The image is a testament to the composer's status as a cultural icon and a godlike figure in the world of music. The photograph's origin in Berlin further emphasizes the composer's connection to the German capital, which was a hub of artistic and intellectual activity during the late 19th century. Overall, this photograph print is a captivating and enlightening glimpse into the world of Richard Wagner, a man who truly believed, "There is only one God, and His name is Wagner!
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