De tooverspiegel 1828 - 1937

This is a lithograph titled "De tooverspiegel" by Oehmigke & Riemschnieder. The composition is structured as a grid, with each cell depicting a scene from the story. Notice how the artists use a limited palette of primary colours, mostly reds and blues, to create visual harmony across the grid. This organized structure is not just decorative; it reflects the narrative unfolding in a step-by-step sequence, much like a comic strip. Each frame presents a specific moment, and together, they form a larger story. The formal clarity and visual cues invite the viewer to engage with the artwork as a sequence of symbolic moments. The lithograph’s structure highlights how visual storytelling can be achieved through careful arrangement and symbolic use of colour and form. These formal qualities underscore the artwork's function as a cultural artifact, where visual and narrative structures intersect to convey a particular message.