Kelterborn, Ludwig Adam - Malerei, Der Politische Kreislauf oder die Stufen=Folge (Basel-Stadt)
1833
From the collection of Archaeology and Museum Baselland
1833
From the collection of Archaeology and Museum Baselland
This drawing is a busy, odd mix of scenes. At the center stands a black dog in a tall hat, walking on a skull. Around it are eight small framed pictures showing crowds, buildings, and a stage with people. The edges are packed with tiny, swirling figures—some look like devils or ghosts. The border has fancy scrollwork, and the whole thing feels like a strange storybook. The title at the bottom is in German and French, hinting at a message about politics and time. The dog seems to be a key player, maybe symbolizing something deeper. If you like this mix of weird and political, check out cross-hatching to see how artists create texture with lines.
