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Bankelsanger / Bench Singer (colour litho)
8666210 Bankelsanger / Bench Singer (colour litho) by Christophe (Colomb, Georges) (1856-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bankelsanger. Zu den Attraktionen des Jahrmarktes gehorte der Bankelsanger, Nachfahr der alten Barden und Vorlaufer der Film-Wochenschau. Auf einem Bankel stehend, trug er neue Ereignisse sowie Schauergeschichten vor, oft auf der Bauernleier begleitet. Um mehr Eindruck zu machen, entrollte er vor den Zuschauern eine grosse Leinwand, auf der in grellen Farben die Geschichten gemalt waren. Translation: Bench Singer. Among the attractions of the fair was the Bankelsanger, descendants of the old bards and forerunners of the film newsreel. Standing on a bench, he presented new events and horror stories, often accompanied on the peasant lyre. In order to make a better impression, he unrolled a large canvas in front of the spectators, on which the stories were painted in bright colors. Illustration for Deutsche Kulturbilder, 1400-1900 (Cigaretten-Bilderdienst Hamburg-Bahrenfeld, 1934).); © Look and Learn
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Audience Audiences Bench Fair Fairs Spectator Storyteller Storytelling Viewer
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This colour lithograph captures the essence of a Bankelsanger, or Bench Singer, as he entertains a crowd with tales of new events and horror stories. The Bankelsanger was a descendant of the old bards and served as a precursor to modern-day newsreels, captivating audiences with his performances at fairs.
Standing on a bench, the Bankelsanger would regale spectators with his stories while often accompanied by the strumming of a peasant lyre. To enhance the impact of his storytelling, he would unveil a large canvas painted in vivid colours depicting scenes from his narratives.
The image evokes a sense of nostalgia for an era when entertainment was simpler yet no less engaging. The intricate details in the lithograph bring to life the vibrant atmosphere of the fairground where the Bankelsanger held court, drawing in crowds eager to be transported into fantastical worlds through his words and visuals.
This print serves as both a historical document and an artistic representation of traditional storytelling methods that have stood the test of time. It is a testament to the enduring power of narrative art forms that continue to captivate audiences across generations.
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