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Trade unionist with a black eye caused by a brick (colour litho)
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Trade unionist with a black eye caused by a brick (colour litho)
5996007 Trade unionist with a black eye caused by a brick (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trade unionist with a black eye caused by a brick. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23801406
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7 Deadly Sins Allegorical Figure Anger Angry Bitterness Black Eye Brick Comical Furor Industrial Relations Rage Seven Deadly Sins Strikes Trade Unionism Trade Unionist Trade Unions Wokrker Working Class Comics Emotions Entertaining Feeling Joke Laborer Labourer Tradesman Tradesmen
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This print titled "Trade unionist with a black eye caused by a brick" depicts a powerful scene from early 20th century Britain. The image showcases an allegorical figure representing the working class, humorously portrayed as a trade unionist with a comically exaggerated black eye resulting from being struck by a brick. The postcard serves as both entertainment and political commentary, highlighting the struggles faced by workers during this time of industrial unrest. It cleverly combines elements of satire and caricature to convey the tensions surrounding labor strikes and trade unions in Great Britain. Through its use of humor, this artwork invites viewers to reflect on the complex dynamics between industry, politics, and violence. The image captures not only anger and rage but also bitterness felt by those involved in class warfare during that era. As we delve into this historical piece, it becomes evident that it represents more than just physical injury; it symbolizes the larger emotions experienced by workers fighting for their rights. This print offers us an intriguing glimpse into British culture at the time while shedding light on broader European labor movements. Overall, this thought-provoking artwork encapsulates both amusement and social critique within its comic portrayal of a trade unionist's black eye caused by an unexpected encounter with a brick.
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