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Au Revoir, 1873. Artist: Joseph Swain
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Au Revoir, 1873. Artist: Joseph Swain
Au Revoir, 1873. Germany, carrying a bag stuffed with cash, says farewell to France. A defiant France insists it is not farewell, just au revoir. Following Frances disastrous war against Prussia, the newly unified Germany settled on the terms of a huge war indemnity being paid by France. The money was in fact raised very quickly and, in September 1873, a year and a half before the deadline agreed, the final German troops left France. From Punch, or the London Charivari, September 27, 1873
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1870 1871 Fleur De Lis Franco Prussian War Frowning Heritage Image Partnership John Tenniel Joseph Swain Money Bag Pickelhaube Sir John Tenniel Swain Tenniel Allegorical Figure Standard
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This print titled "Au Revoir, 1873" by Joseph Swain captures a pivotal moment in history. Depicting the aftermath of France's disastrous war against Prussia, the image portrays Germany bidding farewell to France while carrying a bag stuffed with cash. However, France defiantly insists that it is not a permanent farewell but merely an "au revoir". The print symbolizes the settlement reached between the newly unified Germany and France, which involved a substantial war indemnity being paid by the latter. Despite initial skepticism about France's ability to raise such funds, they managed to do so remarkably quickly. In September 1873, well ahead of schedule and one and a half years before the agreed deadline, Germany withdrew its troops from French soil. The allegorical figure of France in this artwork represents resilience and determination amidst adversity. With her frowning expression and pickelhaube helmet symbolizing warfare, she stands firm against Germany's departure. This monochrome engraving carries significant political undertones as it reflects on the consequences of conflict and power dynamics between nations during the 19th century. The inclusion of flags, weapons, swords, and banners further emphasizes these themes. "Au Revoir, 1873" serves as both a historical document capturing an important event in Franco-German relations and an artistic representation conveying complex concepts through visual symbolism. This heritage image partnership between John Tenniel (creator) and Joseph Swain provides valuable insight into this era for those who study or appreciate art from this period.
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