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Interesting pair of unsigned handwritten poems in German by Albert Einstein, one page, 4 x 3, no date. Einstein pens two epigrammatic quatrains, in full (translated): "What was dear God thinking that day When he made women in his way? Saintly faces turned toward the light But round the back — no shame in sight. / From the start it was plain to see Who authored letters such as these Only one consumed by greed Could forget his dignity." In fine condition, with a light central vertical fold.
These witty and uncharacteristically sardonic verses offer a rare glimpse into Einstein’s lesser-known literary side, revealing a playful yet pointed command of language that contrasts with his public scientific persona. The sharp humor and moral commentary embedded in these quatrains highlight his intellectual breadth beyond physics, offering insight into the personal and human dimensions of one of history’s greatest minds.
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