Schiller: “The Glove”

Excerpt from 'The Poems of Schiller' translated by Edgar A. Bowring, London, 1851.
A historic scene depicting a performer in a medieval arena, facing down a lion and a tiger, with an audience seated above watching intently.
An excerpt from the poem 'The Glove' by Friedrich von Schiller, featuring a lion, tiger, and two leopards in a dramatic scene.
A historical illustration depicting a dramatic scene with several characters, including a seated woman, a man in a tunic, and an intricate background filled with onlookers in period attire.
Illustration of a knight named Sir Delorges in a moment of jest, interacting with a character named Cunigund, who is presented with a glove. The scene depicts knights and ladies observing the action with expressions of wonder and horror.
Portrait of Friedrich von Schiller, depicting him with long wavy hair and a ruffled white shirt collar against a dark background.

Friedrich von Schiller

1759 – 1805

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Originally begun in 2008, Poets&Princes is a Celebration of German Romantic Literature.
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