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Cartoon, The Washington Hatchet
American design for a Japanese screen. It is announced that the Anglo-Japanese Alliance is to be terminated in favour of an understanding between the Four Great Powers that have interests in the Pacific. Cartoon showing Uncle Sam chopping down the Anglo-Japanese Alliance tree as John Bull and Japan look on. Date: 1921
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1921 Affairs Alliance Anglo Announced Chopping Cuts Cutting Hatchet Interwar May21 Nations Pacific Postwar Power Screen Terminated Treaties Uncle Washington Sanction Sanctions
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating allure of The Washington Hatchet, a fine art print from our Media Storehouse collection at Mary Evans Picture Library. This exquisite design showcases the announcement of a pivotal moment in international relations, as the Anglo-Japanese Alliance is set to be terminated in favor of an understanding between the Four Great Powers. With its intricate details and rich colors, this American design for a Japanese screen transports you to a time of change and diplomacy. Add a touch of history and artistry to your space with this stunning fine art print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 50.8cm x 37cm (20" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This cartoon print, designed in the American style for a Japanese screen, depicts a pivotal moment in international affairs during the interwar period. The year is 1921, and the Anglo-Japanese Alliance, a historic treaty of mutual defense and cooperation between Japan and the United Kingdom, is about to be terminated. In this illustration, Uncle Sam, personifying the United States, wields a large Washington Hatchet, symbolizing American influence and power, as he decisively chops down the Anglo-Japanese Alliance tree. Onlookers John Bull and Japan, representing the United Kingdom and Japan respectively, watch in surprise and apprehension as the alliance comes to an end. The termination of the Anglo-Japanese Alliance marked a significant shift in the balance of power in the Pacific, as the United States, with its growing naval presence, sought to assert its influence in the region. This event came in favor of an understanding between the Four Great Powers, which included the United States, the United Kingdom, France, and Italy, that aimed to maintain peace and stability in the Pacific. The cartoon serves as a visual representation of the complex geopolitical dynamics at play during this era, highlighting the role of treaties and alliances in shaping international relations. This piece of historical art is a testament to the intricacies of international affairs during the 1920s, a time of transition and change in the aftermath of World War I. The image serves as a reminder of the importance of diplomacy, alliances, and the balance of power in shaping the world we live in today.
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