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Pesta on the stairs, 1894-96 (pencil, ink, black wax crayon and wash on paper)
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Pesta on the stairs, 1894-96 (pencil, ink, black wax crayon and wash on paper)
7387164 Pesta on the stairs, 1894-96 (pencil, ink, black wax crayon and wash on paper) by Kittelsen, Theodor Severin (1857-1914); 27.3 x 22.8 cm; Nasjonalmuseet, Oslo, Norway; (add.info.: by Theodor Severin Kittelsen (1857-1914)
From a series The Black Death'; personification of the plague as an old, bent woman carrying a rake and a broom; if she used the broom the entire population was doomed; if she used the rake, some of the population could survive;)
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Ailment Bubonic Plague Building Interior Contagion Disease Elderly Man Epidemic Folklore Illness Legendary Legends Main Staircase Mythic Norway Norway Norwegian Norwegian Norwegians Old Age Old Couple Old Man Old Person Old Woman Pandemic Plague Plague Of Plague Victim Plagues Senior Adult Sick Sickness Staicase Staircase Staircases Stairs Stairways Only One Person Room Interior
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This print titled "Pesta on the stairs, 1894-96" by Theodor Severin Kittelsen depicts a haunting scene from Norwegian folklore. Part of his series "The Black Death" this artwork personifies the plague as an old, bent woman carrying a rake and a broom. The legend goes that if she used the broom, it meant doom for the entire population, but if she used the rake, some people could survive. The image showcases an intricate interior with a main staircase as its focal point. Standing alone on the stairs is the feminine figure representing Pesta, her presence evoking both fear and fascination. With pencil, ink, black wax crayon, and wash on paper techniques employed skillfully by Kittelsen in creating this piece of art. This drawing transports us back to Europe during the late 19th century when epidemics were rampant. It serves as a reminder of how diseases can ravage communities and leave lasting impacts on society. Through his unique artistic style and attention to detail, Kittelsen captures both the eerie atmosphere surrounding illness and death while also paying homage to Norwegian legends. Displayed at Nasjonalmuseet in Oslo, Norway; this artwork continues to captivate viewers with its powerful portrayal of sickness and despair amidst stunning craftsmanship.
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