Caricature of Hungarian artist Mihaly Munkacsy by Phil May
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Caricature of Hungarian artist Mihaly Munkacsy by Phil May
A rather harsh parody / caricature of the Hungarian artist Mihaly Munkacsy (1844-1900) and his famous religious painting of 1896 Ecce Homo! (" Behold the Man!" ) by Phil May. Date: 1898
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Behold Ecce Harsh Homo Hungarian Parody Phil Poking Mihaly Munkacsy
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This striking caricature by Phil May captures the essence of Hungarian artist Mihaly Munkacsy in a rather harsh and damning light. Dated 1898, the print pokes fun at Munkacsy and his famous religious painting "Ecce Homo!" ("Behold the Man!"), which he completed in 1896. Munkacsy was a prominent figure in Hungarian art, known for his dynamic and expressive style. However, this caricature by Phil May presents a different side to the artist, with exaggerated features and a mocking expression. The artist's bushy mustache and intense gaze are magnified, while his ears are elongated and his nose is flattened. The caricature also takes aim at Munkacsy's most famous work, "Ecce Homo!" which depicts Jesus Christ standing before the crowd, showing his wounds and asking "Behold the Man!" May's parody exaggerates the painting's dramatic elements, with Jesus depicted as a grotesque figure with elongated limbs and a distorted face. Despite the harsh and damning nature of the caricature, it offers an intriguing glimpse into the artistic community of the late 19th century. It also highlights the playful and irreverent side of art history, where artists were not afraid to poke fun at their peers and contemporaries. This print is a valuable addition to any collection of art history or cultural history, offering a unique perspective on the lives and works of the artists of the time. It serves as a reminder that even the most revered figures in art were not immune to the satirical wit and humor of their contemporaries.
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