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Otto the Great
3782431 Otto the Great by Chesterton, Gilbert Keith (1874-1936); (add.info.: Otto the Great by Gilbert Keith Chesterton. The accompanying verse reads The great Emperor Otto / Could not decide upon a motto / His mind wavered between / L Etat C est Moi and Ich Dien. Otto I, the first Holy Roman Emperor, 23 November, 912 - 7 May, 973. English writer, 29 May 1874 - 14 June 1936
Taken from Biography for Beginners, ed. E Clerihew, published by T Werner Laurie in London, 1905.); Lebrecht History; English, it is possible that some works by this artist may be protected by third party rights in some territories
Media ID 24741536
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10th Century Deutsch Gilbert Keith Chesterton Holy Roman Emperor Otto I Otto The Great Tenth
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This humorous cartoon print captures the essence of Otto the Great, the first Holy Roman Emperor. Created by English writer Gilbert Keith Chesterton, this artwork showcases Otto's struggle to choose a motto for himself. The accompanying verse adds an amusing touch to the image, highlighting Otto's indecisiveness between "L'Etat C'est Moi" (I am the State) and "Ich Dien" (I serve). Taking inspiration from history and medieval times, Chesterton's drawing brings forth a lighthearted caricature of this influential figure. The intricate details in the illustration reflect both his talent as an artist and his deep understanding of German history. Published in 1905 as part of Biography for Beginners edited by E. Clerihew, this print offers a glimpse into Chesterton's unique perspective on historical figures. It reminds us that even great rulers like Otto I had their moments of uncertainty and wavering decisions. Bridgeman Images presents this artwork from their collection without any commercial intent. As we admire this delightful piece, let us appreciate how art can capture historical personalities with humor and creativity while shedding light on their complexities beyond official records.
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