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Russian Czar painting the word Pax or peace, made up of the names of lost battles using Russian Blood. 1904 (litho)
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Russian Czar painting the word Pax or peace, made up of the names of lost battles using Russian Blood. 1904 (litho)
3666834 Russian Czar painting the word Pax or peace, made up of the names of lost battles using Russian Blood. 1904 (litho) by Camara, Leal de (1877-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Published in L Assiette au Beurre - No. 184 Oct 1904); Prismatic Pictures
Media ID 25174212
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1904 Ambitions Camara Empire Of Japan Imperialistic Korea L Assiette Au Beurre Lassiette Au Beurre Leal De Camara Manchuria Nichirosens And X14d Nichirosensō Rival Rivals Russian Empire Russko Yaponskaya Voina Russo And X2013 Russo–japanese
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This lithograph, titled "Russian Czar painting the word Pax or peace, made up of the names of lost battles using Russian Blood" created by Leal de Camara in 1904, offers a thought-provoking commentary on the political landscape of its time. The image depicts a French-colored manchuria with an imperialistic agenda, as it portrays a Russian czar meticulously painting the word "Pax" (peace) using Russian blood and the names of lost battles. The artwork serves as a satirical representation of Russia's ambitions and rivalry with Japan during the Russo-Japanese War. It symbolizes how these two empires clashed over territories like Korea and Manchuria in their pursuit for dominance. The use of vibrant colors adds depth to this illustration while highlighting its critical message. Published in L'Assiette au Beurre - No. 184 Oct 1904, this piece was part of a series that aimed to shed light on various socio-political issues through visual satire. With meticulous attention to detail, Camara skillfully captures both the historical context and underlying tensions between nations. As we observe this lithograph from our private collection today, it serves as a reminder not only of past conflicts but also prompts us to reflect upon present-day geopolitical challenges. Through art's ability to provoke discussion and introspection, we are encouraged to seek peaceful resolutions rather than perpetuate cycles of violence and territorial disputes.
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