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The Capitalist Vampire (litho)
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The Capitalist Vampire (litho)
3646231 The Capitalist Vampire (litho) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Capitalist Vampire. Illustration from Die Karikatur der europaischen Volker vom Jahre 1848 bis zur Gegenwart, by Eduard Fuchs (Hofmann, 1904).); © Look and Learn
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Capitalism Crane Walter 1845 1915 Criticism Economics Economy Exploitation Feeding Greed Hardship Injustice Marxism Marxist Seraph Seraphs Socialism Socialist Suffering Trumpet Vampire Walter Crane Wokrker Working Class Laborer Labourer Tradesman Tradesmen
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The Capitalist Vampire - A Scathing Satire on Greed and Exploitation in Victorian England
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. This thought-provoking lithograph, titled "The Capitalist Vampire" by Walter Crane, is a powerful depiction of the economic and social injustices prevalent during the 19th century. The image forms part of Eduard Fuchs' renowned work, "Die Karikatur der europaischen Volker vom Jahre 1848 bis zur Gegenwart" (The Caricature of European Peoples from 1848 to the Present), published in 1904. In this satirical cartoon, Crane masterfully combines elements of art and politics to convey his critique of capitalism. The vampire figure symbolizes the insatiable greed and exploitation perpetuated by capitalists at the expense of the working class. With its sharp fangs bared and trumpet-like wings spread wide, it feeds upon the suffering masses while angelic seraphs look on helplessly. Crane's artistic prowess shines through as he captures both historical context and contemporary criticism within this allegorical artwork. Through his intricate engravings, he exposes how capitalist systems thrive on societal inequality and highlights the urgent need for change. "The Capitalist Vampire" serves as a scathing reminder that even amidst progress and prosperity, there are those who suffer under unjust economic structures. It stands as a testament to Crane's commitment to using art as a medium for political commentary. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to delve into history while contemplating timeless themes such as power dynamics, labor rights, and social justice – issues that continue to shape our world today.
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