Home > Animals > Birds > Passerines > Crows And Jays > Northern Raven
The Great Goth, 1914 (engraving)
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fine Art Finder
The Great Goth, 1914 (engraving)
2639688 The Great Goth, 1914 (engraving) by Raven-Hill, Leonard (1867-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Satirically subtitled Design for a stained-glass window in a Neo-Gothic cathedral at Potsdam refers to Germany, personified by the Kaiser, shelling the Belgian cities of Malines, Louvain and Termonde and destroying their cathedrals before bombarding the symbolic French cathedral at Louvain.
(Punch - September 30th 1914))
Media ID 25493904
© Bridgeman Images
Atrocities Bombardment Bombed Bombing Bombing Raids Bombing War Bombings Kaiser Leuven Louvain Mechelen Peace Propaganda Punch Reims Rheims Seraph Seraphs Shelling Wilhelm Wilhelm Ii Worship Belgians Belgium Belgian Benelux Countries Dendermonde Great War London Charivari Malines Termonde
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Birds
> Passerines
> Crows And Jays
> Northern Raven
> Arts
> Artists
> R
> Leonard Raven-Hill
> Arts
> Pop art
> Satire
> Satirical artwork
> Destruction caused by the Great War
> Europe
> Belgium
> Related Images
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> Achille Beltrame
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> Leonard Raven-Hill
The Great Goth, 1914
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a powerful and satirical engraving by Leonard Raven-Hill that captures the destructive nature of war during World War I. The print depicts Germany, personified by Kaiser Wilhelm II, shelling Belgian cities and destroying their cathedrals before bombarding the symbolic French cathedral at Louvain. The image serves as a scathing critique of German aggression and highlights the atrocities committed during this devastating conflict. The artist's use of dark imagery and symbolism conveys the senseless destruction caused by war. In the foreground, an angelic figure representing peace mourns over the ruins of a cathedral, emphasizing the loss of cultural heritage in times of conflict. This juxtaposition between destruction and spirituality underscores the tragic consequences brought upon innocent civilians. Raven-Hill's cartoon-like style adds an element of irony to this serious subject matter. Through his artistry, he exposes both the absurdity and horror of war while condemning Germany's actions. "The Great Goth" stands as a testament to human resilience in times of adversity and serves as a reminder that even amidst chaos, hope can still prevail. It is an important historical document that sheds light on one aspect of World War I propaganda while also showcasing Raven-Hill's talent for capturing complex themes through visual storytelling.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
