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SCHOOL EXAMINATION, 1881. Mezzotint, 1881, after the Swiss Artist Benjamin Vautier
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SCHOOL EXAMINATION, 1881. Mezzotint, 1881, after the Swiss Artist Benjamin Vautier
SCHOOL EXAMINATION, 1881.
Mezzotint, 1881, after the Swiss Artist Benjamin Vautier (1829-1898)
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1881 Academic Class Classroom Dress Education Examination Mezzotint Pupil Schoolboy Schoolgirl Swiss Switzerland Tradition
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This print titled "SCHOOL EXAMINATION, 1881" takes us back in time to a late 19th-century classroom. Created as a mezzotint in 1881 by the talented Swiss artist Benjamin Vautier, this artwork beautifully captures the essence of an academic setting from that era. The scene depicts a group of pupils anxiously sitting at their desks, dressed in traditional attire indicative of the time period. The boys wear formal suits with neatly tied bowties while the girls don elegant dresses and bonnets. Their serious expressions reveal the importance placed on education during this period. The interior of the classroom is meticulously detailed, showcasing wooden desks arranged in rows facing a teacher's desk at the front. The atmosphere is filled with anticipation as students await their examination papers, symbolizing both dedication to learning and perhaps some nervousness about what lies ahead. Vautier's masterful use of mezzotint technique adds depth and texture to every stroke, enhancing our connection to this historical moment frozen in time. This print serves as a reminder of how education has evolved over centuries while highlighting timeless themes such as discipline, knowledge-seeking, and tradition. Whether displayed in an educational institution or within your own personal space, this remarkable piece invites contemplation on our collective scholastic journey throughout history.
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