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Der Geizhals, mid-late 19th century, (c1924). Creator: Carl Spitzweg
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Der Geizhals, mid-late 19th century, (c1924). Creator: Carl Spitzweg
Der Geizhals, mid-late 19th century, (c1924). The miser. A woman holding a child begs at a window, while a man sitting on a trunk counts his money. 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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Beggar Beggars Begging Benjamin Benjamin Harz Carl Carl Spitzweg Counting Harz Hoarding Karl Karl Spitzweg Karl Spitzweg Von Karl Spitzweg Von Striedel Miser Miserly Money Spitzweg Striedel Trunk Von Striedel
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is a captivating print that transports us back to the mid-late 19th century, created by the talented Carl Spitzweg. This particular print, dating from around 1924, showcases a scene titled "The Miser". In this thought-provoking artwork, we witness a woman holding a child as she desperately begs at a window. Meanwhile, inside the room, an austere man sits on a trunk meticulously counting his money. Taken from "Die gute alte Zeit: Zeichnungen von Karl Spitzweg" which translates to "The Good Old Days: Drawings by Karl Spitzweg" this piece captures the essence of German society during that era. The monochrome pencil sketch beautifully portrays the stark contrast between wealth and poverty in nineteenth-century Germany. Spitzweg's attention to detail is evident in every stroke of his pencil; he skillfully depicts not only the characters but also their surroundings. A loyal dog rests beside the miserly man while he hoards his riches within an old trunk. This evocative artwork serves as both social commentary and historical documentation of life during this time period. It reminds us of the struggles faced by those less fortunate while highlighting themes of greed and materialism. "The Miser" print is part of Benjamin Harz's collection from Berlin-Vienna circa 1924. Its timeless appeal continues to captivate viewers today with its poignant portrayal of human nature and societal disparities.
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