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Framed Print : Rival Arbiters, 1866. Artist: John Tenniel
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Rival Arbiters, 1866. Artist: John Tenniel
Rival Arbiters, 1866. Napoleon III (1808-1873), Emperor of France, and Otto von Bismarck (1815-1898), Chancellor of Prussia, carving up Europe. Their conflicting ambitions led to the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-1871. Cartoon from Punch. (London, 28 July 1866)
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Media ID 14836858
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Ambition Bismarck Chancellor Conflict Count Otto Edward Leopold Von Bismarck Duke Of Lau Duke Of Lauenburg John Tenniel Otto Eduard Leopold Von Bismarck Otto Von Otto Von Bismarck Power Prince Otto Edward Leopold Von Prince Otto Von Bismarck Schonhausen Prussia Prussian Rifle Rival Rivalry Sir John Tenniel Tenniel Ann Ronan Pictures
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Introducing the exquisite 'Rival Arbiters, 1866' framed print from our Media Storehouse collection, featuring the iconic artwork by John Tenniel from Heritage Images. This timeless piece captures the historic moment when Napoleon III, Emperor of France, and Otto von Bismarck, Chancellor of Prussia, met to carve up Europe. Each print is meticulously framed to preserve the rich details and vibrant colors of the original illustration. Add this captivating piece to your home or office collection and relive the intrigue of the past.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 44.4cm x 54.6cm (17.5" x 21.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The print titled "Rival Arbiters, 1866" captures a significant moment in European history. Created by the talented artist John Tenniel, this cartoon from Punch magazine depicts two powerful figures of the time: Napoleon III, Emperor of France, and Otto von Bismarck, Chancellor of Prussia. In this thought-provoking image, we witness these rival arbiters carving up Europe with a gun and rifle. Symbolizing their conflicting ambitions and thirst for power, it foreshadows the devastating Franco-Prussian War that would occur between 1870 and 1871. Tenniel's caricature brilliantly portrays the tension between these two influential men as they vie for dominance over their respective countries. The black-and-white engraving adds to its satirical nature while capturing the essence of nineteenth-century politics. This historical artwork serves as a reminder of how political rivalries can escalate into full-blown warfare. It also highlights the importance of diplomacy in maintaining peace among nations. As we gaze upon this print by John Tenniel, we are transported back to a time when Europe was on the brink of conflict. It is a testament to his artistic skill and ability to capture complex political dynamics through satire.
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