Fine Art Print : Cartoon, German soldier with mask of Culture, WW1
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Cartoon, German soldier with mask of Culture, WW1
Cartoon, German soldier with a mask of Culture (Kultur) during the First World War. Date: 1914
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Media ID 14146734
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Alcohol Anti Bayonet Bottle Crude Drunk Enemy Kultur Mask Pointed Propaganda Rifle Ruin Ruined Satire Satirical Vandalism Vandal
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range. This thought-provoking cartoon, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a German soldier from the First World War donning a mask of Culture. Dated 1914, this poignant image offers a unique perspective on the intersection of war and art. Add this intriguing print to your collection and spark meaningful conversations in any space.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This thought-provoking cartoon image from 1914 depicts a German soldier during the First World War, wearing a mask labeled "Culture" or "Kultur," as he sits amongst the ruins of a gothic church, drunk and holding a bottle of alcohol. The soldier, with a rifle and bayonet at his side, appears to be in a state of debauchery, with a pointed helmet and a vandal's expression on his face. The image is a poignant commentary on the destructive nature of war and the irony of cultural vandalism during a time of global conflict. The use of satire and humor in this cartoon serves to highlight the crude demonization of the enemy during wartime. The soldier's mask of culture is a juxtaposition to the destruction and chaos surrounding him, emphasizing the potential for the loss of values and ideals during times of war. The image is a powerful reminder of the human cost of conflict and the importance of preserving cultural heritage. The gothic architecture of the ruined church adds to the sense of history and tradition being destroyed, as well as the overall eerie and ominous atmosphere of the image. The soldier's drunken state and destructive behavior serve to further emphasize the chaos and destruction of war, and the potential for individuals to lose their sense of self and values in the face of conflict. Overall, this cartoon is a poignant and thought-provoking commentary on the human cost of war and the importance of preserving cultural heritage.
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