Ritual Rabbits

This striking illustration from Buch der Hasengeschichten (1924) by Tom Seidmann-Freud presents a surreal and unsettling scene of anthropomorphic hares engaging in a ritualistic gathering. A central figure, bound and draped in fabric, lies at the center, while surrounding hares wield clubs, play a drum, and toss feathers into the air. A small fire burns in the background, adding to the mysterious and almost ceremonial nature of the composition.

Seidmann-Freud’s work, influenced by the Art Nouveau and early modernist movements, combines precise linework with a restrained yet vivid color palette. Her storytelling through imagery often blends whimsy with darker undertones, evoking both fairy-tale charm and psychological depth.

Print comes (17 x 11 inches) 120 pound matte finish cardstock *unframed*