The Carbuncle, plate two from Zehn Blätter zu Hebels Alemannischen Gedichten 1820

"The Carbuncle," a 1820 engraving by Sophie Reinhard, depicts a group of men gathered around a table in a rustic tavern. The scene is part of a series of ten plates illustrating Johann Peter Hebel's "Alemannischen Gedichte." The work showcases Reinhard's detailed and expressive style, capturing the warm atmosphere of the tavern and the lively interaction of the figures. The print, part of the collection at The Art Institute of Chicago, offers a glimpse into everyday life in 19th-century Germany.