Fasching Collection
"Fasching: The Battle of Carnival and Lent in Art" Step into the vibrant world of Fasching, a celebration that has captivated artists throughout history
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"Fasching: The Battle of Carnival and Lent in Art" Step into the vibrant world of Fasching, a celebration that has captivated artists throughout history. This captivating festival, also known as Carnival or Mardi Gras, is a time when joyous revelry clashes with the solemnity of Lent. Pieter Bruegel the Elder's masterpiece depicts this clash vividly. In his painting, we witness a bustling carnival scene where people indulge in merriment before the arrival of fasting and penance. Bruegel captures every detail with meticulous precision. Louis-Leopold Boilly takes us to another era with his 1832 artwork showcasing an exuberant masked ball during Fasching. The colors burst off the canvas as partygoers immerse themselves in music and dance, embracing their alter egos for one magical night. Traveling to St. Petersburg in the 1850s, we encounter an enchanting sight - Russian Ice Mountains on Admiralty Square. Benjamin Paterssen's painting from 1788 even shows Catherine the Great herself visiting this icy wonderland during Fasching festivities. These frozen sculptures stand tall against winter skies, adding an ethereal touch to the celebrations. Anonymous artists transport us back to early 19th century Europe with their depictions of ice mountains during Fasching. These ephemeral structures symbolize both beauty and transience – just like this fleeting season itself. Le Vocabulaire Illustre introduces us to various terms associated with Carnaval - from masks to parades - capturing its essence through intricate engravings that bring these traditions alive on paper. Jean-Gaspard Deburau's portrait transports us into the world of pantomime during Fasching; Trouvé skillfully captures Deburau's enigmatic persona as he mesmerizes audiences through silent storytelling.