European Chromolithograph - William Tell, 1890

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Ancient & Ethnographic Art Through The Ages

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Sep 16, 2021

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• Lot Description
  European or American, untitled chromolithograph, ca. 1890. An impressively large and beautifully executed chromolithograph depicting a romantic scene of a figure dressed in a cloak and hat who may represent William Tell overlooking a sweeping landscape from a stone-wall encircling his city. The William Tell legend was relayed in songs and plays of the 15th and early 16th centuries, and the symbol of this Swiss hero from Canton Uri (in present day Swiss Confederation) has fascinated folks for centuries. A marvelous chromolithograph set in a solid oak frame. Size of chromolithograph: 21.25" L x 29" W (54 cm x 73.7 cm) Size of frame: 29.25" L x 37" W (74.3 cm x 94 cm)
  
  "According to a variety of Swiss foundation myths, Tell stood up to tyranny in the late 13th or early 14th century and helped secure Swiss liberty by defeating (or helping to defeat) the tyrant known as Gessler. Most of the tales present Tell as a humble, virtuous citizen of the canton who refused to bow down to the arbitrary symbols of a tyrant’s authority. In reaction to Tell’s defiance, the tyrant forced Tell to shoot an apple off Tell’s son’s head, promising both father and son their freedom if Tell were successful. However, upon discovering a second arrow hidden on Tell’s person, which threatened the tyrant, Gessler tried to imprison Tell. A sudden storm, possibly divinely inspired, allowed Tell to escape the ship with his life and kill Gessler in revenge, while a Swiss uprising overthrew the tyrannical government." ("William Tell" Marc H. Lerner - October 28, 2020)
  
  Provenance: private Colorado Collection; Private Collection of a Private Colorado Family
  
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  #166593

  Condition

  Chromolithograph has not been examined outside the frame but appears to be in excellent condition. Frame has minor scuffs but is otherwise excellent, made of solid oak, and beautifully complements the image.
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