Look not behind thee (1910)
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"Look not behind thee" is a compelling piece by artist Udo Keppler, painted in 1910. Depicting a dramatic and intense moment, this painting transports viewers to an apocalyptic scene tinged with biblical undertones. It shows a solitary figure, draped in a flowing robe, hastening away from a city engulfed in flames and smoke. The city in the background succumbs to a catastrophic destruction, with buildings silhouetted against a fiery backdrop, casting an ominous light over the scene.The figure, embodying urgency and fear, glances backward towards the devastation, his face marked by an expression of horror and desperation. The use of vivid oranges and reds in the sky contrasts starkly with the cooler tones of the figure's attire, enhancing the dramatic effect of the scene. This painting not only captures the physical act of fleeing but also powerfully encapsulates the emotional turmoil of looking back at one's past or origins as they are consumed by disaster.Keppler’s work here is a masterful blend of art and storytelling, urging viewers to consider the weight of the choices we make, especially when we are compelled to move forward and not dwell on the past.
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Udo J. Keppler, since 1894. known as Joseph Keppler, Jr., was an American political cartoonist, publisher, and Native American advocate. The son of cartoonist Joseph Keppler (1838–1894), who founded Puck magazine, the younger Keppler also contributed to cartoons, and after his father's death became co-owner of the magazine under the name Joseph Keppler. He was also a collector of Native American artifacts.