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Illustration for Antikamnia Calendar, 1899 (colour litho)
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Illustration for Antikamnia Calendar, 1899 (colour litho)
6032301 Illustration for Antikamnia Calendar, 1899 (colour litho) by Crucius or Crusuius, Louis (1862-1898); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Antikamnia Calendar, 1899.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection
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1899 Antikamnia Calendar Bizarre Bone Bones Cowboy Medical Supplies Oddity Pain Skeleton Skull Strange Surreal Surrealism Weird Asclepius Asklepieion Asklepios Healthcare Medical Science Medical Services Physical Health
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This illustration from the Antikamnia Calendar of 1899 takes us on a surreal journey into the realm of medical science and pain relief. Created by artist Crucius or Crusuius, it showcases a strange and bizarre scene that is both intriguing and unsettling. At first glance, we are drawn to the central figure - a skeleton dressed as a cowboy, complete with hat and gun. This unexpected combination immediately piques our curiosity. The skeleton's presence suggests an exploration of mortality and death within the context of medicine. Surrounding the skeletal cowboy are various symbols associated with healthcare and medicine: bones, skulls, and an image of Asclepius, the Greek god of healing. These elements remind us that this illustration is not just about aesthetics but also carries historical significance. The use of vibrant colors in this lithograph adds to its visual impact while contrasting against its macabre subject matter. It creates an eerie atmosphere that transports us back to late 19th-century medical practices. As we delve deeper into this artwork, we find ourselves contemplating themes such as physical health, pain relief methods available at that time period, and perhaps even questioning how far medical science has come since then. Overall, this peculiar yet thought-provoking print invites us to explore the intersection between artistry and medicine in a way that challenges our perceptions while showcasing historical oddities from another era.
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