Vaudeville Act 4: Bumbery Blads & Cie, Plastic Pos Postcard

The piece "Vaudeville Act 4: Bumbery Blads & Cie, Plastic Poses" is a colorful lithograph by the Austrian artist Moriz Jung, who was born in Moravia (Czechoslovakia) in 1885 and tragically passed away in 1915. Created in 1907, this vibrant artwork was published by Wiener Werkstätte, a renowned Viennese workshop known for its contributions to the applied arts. The illustration is a vivid representation of the theatrical world, capturing the energy and eccentricity of a vaudeville act. It showcases a series of performers, likely from a variety show, in exaggerated, playful, and "plastic" poses, highlighting the performative and artificial nature of stage performances. The piece’s bold colors and dynamic composition add to the lively and whimsical atmosphere, reflecting the vibrant culture of the early 20th century.