Simon Dittrich (1940, Teplitz-Schönau) "Simplicissimus and Death," 1975. Etching, hand-signed by the Czech-German artist. Edition of 100 copies. This copy is an artist’s proof. Size: 65 x 49 cm In very good condition. Please see photographs. The work references "The Adventurous Simplicissimus" (*Der abenteuerliche Simplicissimus*), the famous satirical novel written by Hans Jakob Christoffel von Grimmelshausen in 1668. The book recounts the misadventures of a naive antihero traveling through a Germany devastated by the Thirty Years' War (1618–1648). It depicts the excesses of military hierarchies and the absurd pomposity of the combatants. While the cavalier celebrates haughtily—raising his glass and smoking a pipe (*vanitas*)—Death subtly grasps him or follows closely behind. This symbolizes that the warrior’s power, wealth, and pride are transient and futile in the face of an inevitable end. Simon Dittrich typically constructs his historical figures by fusing human physiognomy with complex textures, gears, or micro-architectures, creating the impression that the characters are "puppets" or automatons moved by strings beyond their own control... __________________________________ Professional packaging with all security measures. Fast shipping with CORREOS, UPS or SEUR (mainly with these companies) and with a permanent tracking number. Although it does not appear in the description, combined shipping is possible, adjusting the price of shipping and returning the remaining amount. Important: we pay taxes. If you wish to send an invoice, please tell us so that we can include it in the package. Thanks. _______________________________________________ @@@@@@@@@ We are professionals in the sale of works of art: graphic works, paintings, sculptures, artist books, rare and antique books, manuscripts and photography. Unique hand-made montages of our own works. We treat each work of art with care and handle it as it deserves to offer the collector total satis-faction in their acquisition. We are also Restoration professionals, mainly in ancient work (Painting and Sculpture), providing detailed reports of all our interventions and respecting the history of all the restored pieces. laartigua l´Art / We love art. #HalloweenArtOct