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The wrong shop (litho)
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The wrong shop (litho)
5993543 The wrong shop (litho) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: The wrong shop. Illustration for the Phil May Album, collected by Augustus M Moore (Methuen, 1900).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22571906
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Anti Awake Carol Christians Hatton Garden Jewess Jews Judaic Nose Orthodox Jews Pawn Phil May Racial Singing Stereotypes Wrong Comics Jewish Religion Semitism
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lithograph by Phil May captures a humorous and thought-provoking scene that challenges racial stereotypes. In this delightful illustration, we find ourselves in Hatton Garden, where Christians are awakened by the unexpected sound of carol singing coming from a nearby pawn shop. However, to their surprise, it is not what they expected - instead of finding themselves in a Christian establishment, they stumble upon an Orthodox Jewish shop. May's clever depiction highlights the absurdity of preconceived notions and challenges anti-Semitic prejudices prevalent during his time. With playful exaggeration, he emphasizes physical features such as noses to satirize racial stereotypes associated with Jews. The artist's intention is not to offend but rather to use humor as a tool for social commentary on religious diversity and acceptance. By juxtaposing different religions within one image, May encourages viewers to question their own biases and embrace cultural differences. This print serves as a reminder that appearances can be deceiving and that true understanding comes from breaking down barriers and embracing diversity. "The Wrong Shop" invites us all to reflect on our assumptions about others based solely on religion or ethnicity while reminding us of the power of laughter in bridging divides.
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