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Living To Eat
Living To Eat, Cartoon By Leopold Zechmayer, 1805 - Circa 1860, Austrian Artist, Austria. Eating Too Much Is Killing Us More Than The War. Lobster, Chicken, Meat, Pig, Man, Bodies, Strassburger Pastete, Strasbourg Pie, Foie Gras Of Srasbourg, Spoon, Fork, Sable, Sword, Liszt Gourmet Archive
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1805 1860 Artist Austria Austrian Bodies Cartoon Chicken Circa Eating Fork Killing Leopold Liszt Gourmet Archive Living Lobster Meat Sable Spoon Strasbourg Sword Foie Gras
Greetings Card Large (A4)
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of unique and thought-provoking greeting cards, featuring the iconic artwork "Living To Eat" by Austrian artist Leopold Zechmayer. This timeless cartoon, circa 1805-1860, humorously depicts the age-old dilemma of our love-hate relationship with food. With its witty caption "Eating Too Much Is Killing Us More Than The War," this card is perfect for those who appreciate a good laugh and a heartfelt message. Add a touch of whimsy to your correspondence with this one-of-a-kind greeting card from Media Storehouse.
Create your own large greetings card. Size when folded is A4 (21x30cm or 8.3x11.7 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 29.7cm (8.3" x 11.7")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 29.7cm (16.5" x 11.7")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage cartoon print by Austrian artist Leopold Zechmayer, created in 1805 and dating back to the mid-19th century, is a thought-provoking piece that still resonates today. Titled "Living To Eat" it depicts a powerful message about the dangers of excessive consumption. In this satirical illustration, Zechmayer cleverly portrays how our obsession with food can be more detrimental than war itself. The image showcases various culinary delights such as lobster, chicken, meat, and pig alongside human bodies. It symbolizes how our overindulgence in rich foods can lead to physical harm. The centerpiece of the artwork is the Strassburger Pastete or Strasbourg Pie, a delicacy known for its extravagant ingredients like foie gras from Strasbourg. Surrounding it are utensils like spoons and forks alongside a sable sword – representing both pleasure and potential danger. Zechmayer's illustrative technique captures attention with intricate details and historical charm. This engraved image not only reflects cultural practices but also serves as a commentary on societal values during that era. As we reflect on this historic art piece from the Liszt Gourmet Archive collection housed at Arkheia, we are reminded of the timeless truth behind Zechmayer's message: eating too much can have dire consequences for our health. This print urges us to reconsider our relationship with food and strive for balance in an age where excess often reigns supreme.
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