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Of nyght watchers and beters of the stretes playnge by nyght on instrumentes
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Of nyght watchers and beters of the stretes playnge by nyght on instrumentes
XJF486453 Of nyght watchers and beters of the stretes playnge by nyght on instrumentes and vsynge lyke folyes whan tyme is to rest, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools, from an edition published in 1874 (engraving) by German School, (15th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexander Barclay (c.1476-1552) Scottish born English poet, translated Sebastian Brandts (1457-1521) Das Narrenschiff, as The Ship of Fools in 1509. Image is a facsimile of the original German woodcut of 1497 and shows a band of fools playing music in the street after dark. Foolishness of staying out all night.); German, out of copyright
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1497 1509 Alexander Band Barclay Bare Brandt Brandts Breasted Breasts Chamber Emptying Fool Fools Instruments Jester Jesters Lute Narrenschiff Rest Sebastian Serenade Serenading Time Translation Vice Vices Visiting Watchers Woodcut
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This print captures a scene from Alexander Barclay's English translation of The Ship of Fools, published in 1874. The image is a facsimile of an original German woodcut from 1497 and depicts a group of night watchers and street musicians indulging in foolishness when they should be resting. In this satirical illustration, the folly of staying out all night is portrayed through the antics of these characters. The band of fools can be seen playing various instruments on the dimly lit streets after dark. Their music fills the air as they serenade passersby with their melodies. A medieval jester stands among them, adding to the whimsical atmosphere with his jests and tricks. In one corner, a woman with bare breasts leans out of a window, emptying a chamber pot onto the unsuspecting crowd below. This comical act adds an element of surprise and humor to the scene. Through this artwork, we are reminded that even in centuries past, people found ways to entertain themselves during nighttime hours. However, it also serves as a cautionary tale about indulging in frivolous activities when rest is needed. This fascinating glimpse into history showcases both the artistic talent behind this engraving by German School artists and Alexander Barclay's skillful translation work. It invites us to reflect on our own tendencies towards foolishness and reminds us that sometimes it is wiser to heed the call for rest rather than succumbing to late-night revelry.
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