The Carbuncle, plate one from Zehn Blätter zu Hebels Alemannischen Gedichten, 1820. Creator: Sophie Reinhard

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The Carbuncle, plate one from Zehn Blätter zu Hebels Alemannischen Gedichten, 1820. Creator: Sophie Reinhard

The Carbuncle, plate one from Zehn Blatter zu Hebels Alemannischen Gedichten, 1820.
Ten leaves of Hebel's Alemannic poems

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Alemannic Allemannische Gedichte Churchman Clergy Clergyman Clergymen Cleric Dialect Disease Encounter Etching On Cream Wove Paper Hebel Johann Peter Johann Peter Hebel Language Mohr And Winter Mohr Und Winter Mohr Winter Monk Monks Poem Poems Reinhard Sophie Sophie Reinhard Wove Paper Carbuncle

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This etching, titled 'The Carbuncle' and created by Sophie Reinhard in 1820, is the first plate from the series 'Zehn Blätter zu Hebels Alemannischen Gedichten' or 'Ten Leaves of Hebel's Alemannic Poems'. The image depicts a stark encounter between a clergyman, dressed in traditional black robes and holding a Bible, and a peasant man, who is afflicted by a carbuncle, a large and painful skin infection. The scene is set outdoors, with the cold and barren landscape of Germany in the nineteenth century serving as the backdrop. The monk, with a concerned expression, reaches out to the suffering man, offering a helping hand. The use of black and white etching on cream wove paper enhances the contrast between the figures and the surroundings, adding to the overall sense of starkness and severity. The title 'Mohr und Winter' or 'Monk and Winter' further emphasizes the theme of the encounter between the spiritual and the physical, as well as the struggle against the harsh realities of life. The dialect and language used in the accompanying poems by Johann Peter Hebel add to the rich cultural heritage of this work. This etching is a rare and valuable example of the artistic and literary traditions of Germany during the nineteenth century. It invites viewers to reflect on the themes of health, disease, and the role of the clergy in society, while also showcasing the beauty and intricacy of the etching technique. The Carbuncle is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art, literature, and the human condition.

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