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British poster warning of the threat posed by the cooperative movement, 1897 (litho)
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British poster warning of the threat posed by the cooperative movement, 1897 (litho)
8673238 British poster warning of the threat posed by the cooperative movement, 1897 (litho) by Huskinson, Edward Peter (1877-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: British poster warning of the threat posed by the cooperative movement, 1897. Illustration from Der Sozialismus in der Karikatur von Marx bis MacDonald ein Stuck Kulturgeschichte, by Friedrich Wendel (J H Dietz Nachfolger, Berlin, 1924).); © Look and Learn
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This striking lithograph from 1897 serves as a stark warning against the cooperative movement, depicting the dangers and risks associated with this emerging economic model. The image features a powerful allegory of capitalism under threat, with symbols such as railways, factories, and farms all at risk of being overtaken by the cooperative movement.
The satirical drawing is filled with symbolism and hidden meanings, reflecting the fear and uncertainty surrounding this new form of organization. The church in the background hints at moral implications, while the train rail cutting through the scene represents progress being derailed by cooperation.
The artist's scathing satire is evident in every detail of this cartoonish yet thought-provoking illustration. It serves as a commentary on society at that time, highlighting tensions between traditional capitalist values and the growing influence of cooperative principles.
As a piece of cultural history, this British poster captures a moment in time when economic ideologies clashed and individuals were forced to confront changing realities. It stands as a reminder of how perceptions can shape our understanding of progress and innovation in both past and present times.
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