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Caricature of French Prime Minister Emile Combes as Attila the Hun. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
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Caricature of French Prime Minister Emile Combes as Attila the Hun. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796366 Caricature of French Prime Minister Emile Combes as Attila the Hun. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Leandre, Charles (1862-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caricature of French Prime Minister Emile Combes as Attila the Hun. Illustration for Le Rire, 12 March 1904.); © Look and Learn
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Attila The Hun Charles Leandre Decapitated Emile Combes Heads Horse Back Horseback Horse Back Le Rire Prime Minister Riding Party Caricatures Field Sports Teamsport
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This vibrant and satirical illustration captures the essence of French Prime Minister Emile Combes as Attila the Hun, creating a humorous commentary on his political reign. Created by renowned artist Charles Leandre in 1904 for the magazine Le Rire, this colour lithograph showcases Leandre's talent for caricature and satire. In this artwork, Combes is depicted riding on horseback, reminiscent of Attila the Hun's fierce leadership. The exaggerated features and comical expression add to the amusement factor of this piece. With decapitated heads scattered around him, symbolizing his political opponents or perhaps those who opposed his policies, it highlights the scathing nature of satire. Le Rire was known for its biting social commentary through cartoons and illustrations like these. This particular image reflects not only France's political climate at that time but also serves as a reminder of how art can be used to critique those in power. The combination of wit, artistic skill, and clever symbolism makes this print an intriguing historical artifact. It offers us a glimpse into both French politics during Emile Combes' tenure as prime minister and the role that satirical art played in shaping public opinion. Overall, this illustration stands as a testament to Charles Leandre's talent as an artist and provides valuable insight into early 20th-century French society through its unique blend of humor and criticism.
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