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Satire on the Russo-Japanese War. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
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Satire on the Russo-Japanese War. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796384 Satire on the Russo-Japanese War. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Ostoya, Georges d (Dochinsky or Sochinsky) (1878-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Satire on the Russo-Japanese War. Illustration for Le Rire, 9 April 1904.); © Look and Learn
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Caucasus Finland Journalists Le Rire Media Poland Poland Polish Pole Polish Pulling Reporters Russo Japanese War Tug Of War Caricatures Chineses Journalism
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This vibrant and captivating print titled "Satire on the Russo-Japanese War" is a brilliant illustration by Georges d'Ostoya for Le Rire magazine. Created in 1904, during the height of the conflict between Russia and Japan, this artwork offers a scathing satire on the war through clever caricatures and allegorical imagery. The scene depicts a chaotic tug of war between various nations involved in the conflict, including Russia, Japan, Germany, America, Britain, France, China, Finland, and Poland. Each country's soldiers are represented as comical figures pulling at ropes labeled with their respective nationalities. Amidst this amusing chaos stand reporters from different media outlets who watch with amusement as these powerful nations engage in their political games. The cartoon-like style adds an element of humor to what was undoubtedly a serious and tense period in history. With its satirical commentary on international relations and journalism during wartime, this artwork serves as both entertainment and social critique. It highlights how media coverage can sometimes trivialize or distort important events while also shedding light on the power dynamics at play among world powers. Overall, this colorful lithograph captures not only the essence of the Russo-Japanese War but also reflects broader themes of global politics that continue to resonate today.
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