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Carving depicting the Judensau, c. 1440 (stone)
3609716 Carving depicting the Judensau, c.1440 (stone) by German School, (15th century); Stadtkirche St. Marien, Wittenberg, Germany; Bildarchiv Foto Marburg
Media ID 25908378
© Bildarchiv Foto Marburg / Bridgeman Images
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30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring history to life with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece showcases a 15th-century carving of the Judensau, a controversial and enigmatic work of art from the German School. Originally housed in the Stadtkirche St. Marien in Wittenberg, Germany, this intricately detailed stone carving, dating back to approximately 1440, has been meticulously captured by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. Our high-quality Canvas Prints faithfully reproduce the rich textures and vivid colors of the original artwork, allowing you to enjoy this intriguing piece of European history as a stunning addition to your home or office decor.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases a remarkable carving from the 15th century, known as the "Carving depicting the Judensau". Created by German School artists, this stone relief can be found in Stadtkirche St. Marien in Wittenberg, Germany. The image captures an important piece of history that reflects both religious and societal attitudes of its time. The intricate details of this ecclesiastical artwork reveal a disturbing narrative rooted in anti-Semitism. It portrays Jews as pigs or sows, perpetuating harmful stereotypes through grotesque imagery. This form of propaganda was prevalent during medieval times and served to oppress and discriminate against Jewish communities. Despite its offensive nature, this sculpture stands as a testament to the power dynamics and tensions present within European society during the Renaissance period. Its presence on an exterior wall of a church raises questions about how religion was used to justify such hateful depictions. As we examine this piece today, it serves as a reminder of our collective responsibility to confront historical injustices and strive for inclusivity and understanding among different faiths and cultures. By acknowledging past prejudices embedded in art like this carving, we can work towards building a more tolerant future where discrimination has no place. This photograph not only documents an important artifact but also invites contemplation on how far we have come in combating prejudice while recognizing that there is still much work ahead for us all.
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