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GERMANY: WEAVERS, 1844. March of the Weavers
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GERMANY: WEAVERS, 1844. March of the Weavers
GERMANY: WEAVERS, 1844.
March of the Weavers. Dismissed Silesian weavers march on the homes of the mill owners in 1844. Etching, 1897, by Kathe Kollwitz
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1844 Child Etching Failure Germany Marching Mill Poverty Proprietor Protester Rebellion Revolutionary Striker Unemployment Weaver Kathe Kollwitz Silesian
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March of the Weavers - A Glimpse into German History, 1844
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. This print takes us back to a significant moment in German history - the March of the Weavers in 1844. The etching, created by renowned artist Kathe Kollwitz in 1897, vividly captures the desperation and determination of dismissed Silesian weavers as they march towards the homes of mill owners. In this powerful image, men and women from all walks of life come together to protest against their dire circumstances. With faces marked by poverty and unemployment, these brave individuals stand united against exploitation and fight for their rights as workers. Their rebellion is palpable; it echoes through every stroke on Kollwitz's etching. The middle ground showcases a group of determined weavers marching forward with unwavering resolve. They are joined by children who symbolize both innocence lost due to economic failure and hope for a better future. Behind them loom imposing mills owned by prosperous proprietors who have turned a blind eye to their employees' suffering. Kollwitz's artwork serves as an enduring reminder that throughout history, ordinary people have risen up against injustice. It immortalizes this pivotal moment when weavers transformed into revolutionaries seeking fair wages and improved working conditions. As we gaze upon this poignant scene frozen in time, let us remember those who fought tirelessly for social change and honor their legacy today.
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