Spotprent op het muziekconcours te Lille, 1829 1829

Sophia K. Kierdorff created this print in 1829, offering a satirical take on the music competition in Lille. The composition is anchored by a table displaying a jumble of objects—globes, instruments, and even a small donkey—all rendered in delicate lines. The figure of the astrologer dominates the scene, his conical hat and exaggerated posture drawing our eye. Notice how Kierdorff uses contrasting textures, from the smooth spheres to the rough hatching of the astrologer's robes, creating a visually dynamic surface. The print teases the absurdities of artistic festivals, challenging the grandiosity often associated with such events. The arrangement of the elements suggests a critique of established values, replacing the serious with the comical. Ultimately, it's a playful commentary on the cultural codes and performances of the time.