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Der Thespiskarren (Schauspieler auf Reisen), mid-late 19th century, (c1924). Creator
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Der Thespiskarren (Schauspieler auf Reisen), mid-late 19th century, (c1924). Creator
Der Thespiskarren (Schauspieler auf Reisen), mid-late 19th century, (c1924). Actors on the road with their Thespian wagon. From " Die gute alte Zeit: Zeichnungen von Karl Spitzweg", (The Good Old Days: drawings by Karl Spitzweg). [Benjamin Harz, Berlin-Vienna, c1924]
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This print captures a scene from the mid-late 19th century, showcasing actors on the road with their Thespian wagon. The image is part of "Die gute alte Zeit: Zeichnungen von Karl Spitzweg" (The Good Old Days: drawings by Karl Spitzweg), published by Benjamin Harz in Berlin-Vienna around 1924. The drawing, created by Carl Spitzweg, depicts a group of itinerant performers traveling through the countryside. In this monochrome sketch, we see a horse-drawn vehicle known as the Thespiskarren carrying actors and actresses to their next destination. The detailed pencil work brings out the essence of Victorian-era entertainment and transports us back to an era when travel was slower but filled with artistic endeavors. The image evokes nostalgia for a time when theater troupes roamed from town to town, bringing joy and drama to audiences across Germany. It serves as a reminder of how art has always been intertwined with transportation and travel. As we gaze upon this historic snapshot, we can't help but appreciate the craftsmanship behind both the original drawing by Karl Spitzweg and its reproduction in print form. This piece allows us to glimpse into a bygone era where creativity met mobility on dusty roads under vast skies - truly capturing "the good old days. "
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