I found these two on a roof in village nearby. To Germans, these two called Max and Moritz signify mischief.
Wilhelm Busch wrote and drew the story om 1865 and it is considered the forerunner of cartoons. In German speaking countries they are referenced often, are still standard fare for children. For more information visit wikipedia or look at the original which is now public domain.
The epitome of rascals are the two youngsters “Max and Moritz” from the poet and artist Wilhelm Busch’s story: Max and Moritz: A Story of Seven Boyish Pranks. This is them fishing for the Widow Bolte’s chicken dinner (after having killed the chickens which was their first prank).
The epitome of naughtiness are these two rascals, called Max and Moritz.
The poet and illustrator Wilhelm Busch brought their story to paper with his characteristic drawings and accompanying rhymed couplets. To this day their mischievous pranks delight children and adults alike. Many Germans can quote part of the story.
It is undisputed that Busch was a direct ancestor of all comic books. Max und Moritz inspired the cartoon strip Katzenjammer Kids in the US and from there his influence spread.
Many shops and restaurants are named after them. Here it is a pharmacy.
And here a restaurant which is fitting because their first prank involved first killing and then stealing and eating the chicken of a widow.
However, chips weren’t invented yet in 1860 when Busch wrote and illustrated the story.
Linked to Friday Fun: naughty.
These two are quite famous in Germany and are credited to be the predecessors to modern cartoons. They are the creation of writer and artist Wilhelm Busch. Even if you don’t speak German have a look at the book.
A pharmacy in Bad Homburg, a town near Frankfurt, Germany, has taken their name and their adorned its premises with their likeness.
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