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

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

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

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This etching by Sophie Reinhard, titled 'The Carbuncle' from 'Zehn Blätter zu Hebels Alemannischen Gedichten' (Ten Leaves of Hebel's Alemannic Poems), was created in the 19th century and is a striking depiction of an eerie and supernatural scene. The image features two figures, a man and a woman, huddled around a table illuminated by the flickering light of candles. The man, dressed in traditional German attire, looks up intently at the open door, while the woman clutches a deck of playing cards in her hands. The central focus of the composition is the ominous figure of the 'Carbuncle,' a demon or apparition depicted as a glowing red orb suspended above the door. The Carbuncle is said to bring good fortune and prosperity, but also disease and misfortune, as depicted in the Alemannic poems of Johann Peter Hebel. The title 'Mohr und Winter' (Moor and Winter) is inscribed at the bottom of the print, suggesting a connection to the folklore and dialect of the German-speaking region. The intricately etched details and the use of contrasting light and shadow create an atmospheric and suspenseful mood, transporting the viewer to a bygone era and a world of folklore and superstition. This rare and historically significant work is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Germany and the enduring power of poetry and art to capture the imagination.

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