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Shame Flute - German punishment for being a poor musician
A Shame Flute ( Schand Flote ) - German punishment for being a poor musician - you had to face the public wearing (around the neck) a heavy iron flute ! The un-talented culprits would have their neck and fingers locked in this humiliating device while publicly ridiculed by their critics. Date: circa 1908
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Media ID 11590203
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Corporal Critic Critical Fingers Flute Humiliated Humiliation Iron Lock Musician Neck Poor Punish Punished Punishment Ridicule Ridiculed Shame Talent Humiliate
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Shame Flute Framed Print from Media Storehouse, an intriguing piece of historical art that tells an unusual tale. This thought-provoking image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the Schand Flote - a German punishment for those deemed poor musicians. The irony is palpable as the unfortunate musician is shown wearing the heavy, unwieldy instrument around his neck for all to see. This unique framed print is a fascinating conversation starter and a testament to the quirks of history. Add a touch of intrigue to your walls with this captivating addition to your home or office decor.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 39.6cm (10" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This haunting image captures the moment of public humiliation for an unlucky musician in Germany around 1908, who was punished for his lack of talent with the infamous Shame Flute or Schand Flote. The heavy iron flute, with its intricate design and menacing appearance, was a symbol of shame and ridicule. The unfortunate musician had his neck and fingers locked into this humiliating device, forcing him to display his inadequacy before a critical and jeering crowd. The public shaming was intended to serve as a deterrent to others, encouraging them to hone their skills and avoid the shame and ridicule that came with being a poor musician. The image captures the raw emotion and intensity of the moment, with the musician's expression conveying a mixture of embarrassment, determination, and defiance. The Shame Flute was a relic of a bygone era, a reminder of the harsh realities of life in the past, and a testament to the enduring power of public opinion and shame as a form of punishment.
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