Hanged Man Collection

Out hunting for teeth, plate 12 of Los caprichos, pub. 1799 (etching) (see also 175021)
IND81631 Out hunting for teeth, plate 12 of Los caprichos, pub. 1799 (etching) (see also 175021) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828); 21.9x15.3 cm; Private Collection; Index Fototeca

Lord Longbow, the Alarmist, discovering the Miseries of Ireland, pub. 1798 (hand coloured engraving)
2966817 Lord Longbow, the Alarmist, discovering the Miseries of Ireland, pub. 1798 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

Out hunting for teeth, plate 12 of Los caprichos, late 18th century (coloured etching) (see also 81631)
CHT175021 Out hunting for teeth, plate 12 of Los caprichos, late 18th century (coloured etching) (see also 81631) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Traitor, fascimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck
AGD328110 The Traitor, fascimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck, 1441-47 (colour litho) by Bembo, Bonifacio (c.1420-82) (attr.) (after); 17.5x8.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Drawing from an album of drawings produced for the young Jacques Bousquet
CH383394 Drawing from an album of drawings produced for the young Jacques Bousquet, 1889-90 (pencil on paper) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French

Traditional Tarot Cards (woodcut)
CHT163395 Traditional Tarot Cards (woodcut) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

illustration La Legend d Ulenspiegel de Coster
illustration for: La Legend d Ulenspiegel by de Coster: The Legend and Adventures of Ulenspiefel and Lamme Goedzak: The Hanged Man (La legende et les aventures d Ulenspiegel et Lamme Goedzak)

Hanged Man ca 1855-60 Brush ink wash wove paper
Artokoloro

hanged man scene Mexican Revolution ca 1910 Etching
Artokoloro

Hanged Man n. d Pen brown ink wash laid paper
Artokoloro

Right two houses in a landscape, two men and a dog, on the hill a gallows with a hanged man, print maker: Jan Lauwryn Krafft (I) (mentioned on object), Dating 1704 - 1765

Saint Nicholas Saving a Hanged Man, attributed to Zanobi di Jacopo Machiavelli, c. 1470

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The "Hanged Man" is a captivating and enigmatic figure that has appeared throughout history in various forms of art. From the haunting etching titled "Out hunting for teeth, plate 12 of Los caprichos, " published in 1799, to Lord Longbow's hand-coloured engraving depicting the Miseries of Ireland, these artworks offer glimpses into different perspectives and narratives. Intriguingly, even traditional tarot cards have featured the Hanged Man as a symbol of sacrifice and surrender. The Traitor card from the Visconti deck serves as a reminder of betrayal's consequences. Meanwhile, an illustration from La Legend d Ulenspiegel de Coster adds another layer to this mysterious character's story. Moving forward through time, we encounter diverse representations such as drawings produced for young Jacques Bousquet or scenes from the Mexican Revolution captured in an etching. These depictions showcase how the concept of the Hanged Man transcends centuries and cultures. One particular piece stands out: a brush ink wash on wove paper created between 1855-1860. Its delicate strokes evoke both vulnerability and strength within this suspended figure. Similarly, a pen brown ink wash on laid paper captures an unknown moment in time with its ambiguous depiction. Whether it be justice being shown by a sultan or Lord Longbow discovering Ireland's miseries, each artwork offers us fragments to interpret and ponder upon. The Hanged Man remains an enduring symbol that invites contemplation about sacrifice, surrendering control, or perhaps even rebirth. As we delve into these artistic expressions spanning centuries and styles—from etchings to woodcuts—we are reminded that art holds immense power to provoke emotions and spark introspection. The Hanged Man continues to captivate our imagination with his silent presence across various mediums—inviting us all to unravel his mysteries further.