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Music cover, The Sea Serpent Polka

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Music cover, The Sea Serpent Polka

Music cover, The Sea Serpent Polka, by Carlo Minasi Date: circa 1850

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1850s Carlo Clarke Duff Fantasy Hodgson Instrument Monster Polka Sailor Serpent Sheet Teeth Tongue Musical


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This music cover, titled "The Sea Serpent Polka," dates back to the mid-1850s and was created by the Italian artist Carlo Minasi. The cover showcases a lively and humorous scene, with a naval sailor, dressed in a Victorian-era navy uniform, playing a musical instrument on the deck of a ship. The sailor, with a mischievous grin, appears to be serenading a lady in a flowing dress, who is standing nearby. However, the tranquility of the scene is disrupted by the presence of a fantastical sea serpent, which wraps itself around the ship's mast. The serpent's long, coiled body is adorned with intricate patterns, and its large, expressive eyes seem to gaze intently at the couple. Its long, sharp teeth and extended tongue add an element of comic humor to the image. The title of the polka, "The Sea Serpent Polka," is written in elegant script at the top of the cover, along with the names of the composers, Duff and Hodgson, and the publisher, L. Minasi & Co., based in London. The image is further enhanced by the use of vibrant colors and intricate details, which transport us back to the 1850s and the Victorian era. This cover is a delightful example of the whimsical and imaginative illustrations that were popular during this period. It combines elements of music, dance, fantasy, and humor, making it a fascinating and intriguing piece of historical art.

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