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GERMANY: RIOT, 1844. Dismissed Silesian weavers attack the home of a mill owner in 1844
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GERMANY: RIOT, 1844. Dismissed Silesian weavers attack the home of a mill owner in 1844
GERMANY: RIOT, 1844.
Dismissed Silesian weavers attack the home of a mill owner in 1844. Etching, 1897, by Kathe Kollwitz
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1844 Activist Etching Failure Germany Mill Poverty Proprietor Revolutionary Riot Schmidt Socialist Striker Unemployment Warfare Weaver Working Class Kathe Kollwitz Silesian
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the year 1844 in Germany, where a powerful scene unfolds. The image captures the aftermath of a riot led by dismissed Silesian weavers who have taken their grievances to the home of a mill owner. Etched with precision and emotion by Kathe Kollwitz in 1897, this artwork vividly portrays the revolutionary spirit that permeated German society during this time. The etching serves as a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by the working class in 19th-century Germany. Poverty, unemployment, and social inequality were rampant, pushing these weavers to take drastic measures against their middle-class oppressors. With clenched fists and determined expressions on their faces, they form an indomitable mob demanding justice for their plight. Kollwitz's masterful depiction not only highlights the physical warfare taking place but also delves into the emotional turmoil experienced by those involved. The artist's socialist beliefs shine through as she champions for better conditions for workers and exposes societal failures. This historical snapshot is more than just an artistic creation; it represents a pivotal moment in German history when ordinary people rose up against injustice. It reminds us that even amidst failure or adversity, there is power in unity and collective action – concepts that continue to resonate today as societies strive for progress and equality.
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