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Bull and bear Baiting (woodcut) (b&w photo)
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Bull and bear Baiting (woodcut) (b&w photo)
XJF100249 Bull and bear Baiting (woodcut) (b&w photo) by German School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fechthaus in Nurnberg was built in 1628 and had space for 3000 spectators; although mainly used as a theatre the building had remova ble wooden stage floors and animal enclosures were located below; )
Media ID 25455466
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Audience Bears Cruelty Nuremberg Wild Wild Animal Wilds 17 17th 17th 17th Xvii 18th Century Circa 1600 Early 17th Century Early Xvii Century Seventeeth Century
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This print captures a woodcut artwork titled "Bull and bear Baiting" by the German School in the 17th century. The image showcases a scene of cruel sport that was popular during that time, depicting dogs attacking bears in an enclosed space. The Fechthaus in Nurnberg, where this spectacle took place, was built in 1628 and had room for up to 3000 spectators. Although primarily used as a theater, the building featured removable wooden stage floors with animal enclosures located below. This particular woodcut highlights the wild nature of these fights between animals, symbolizing both entertainment and cruelty simultaneously. The audience's fascination with such brutal displays is evident through their presence at this event. This artwork provides us with insight into the mindset of people during the 17th century in Germany and Europe as a whole. It serves as a reminder of how different our perspectives on animal welfare have become over time. This piece from Fine Art Finder allows us to delve into history while contemplating our evolving values regarding wildlife protection. It reminds us of past practices that were once considered acceptable forms of entertainment but are now viewed as barbaric.
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