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The Boxers Who Fought to a Standstill, H. M. Bateman
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The Boxers Who Fought to a Standstill, H. M. Bateman
Two boxers in the ring lie on the floor having knocked each other out. Even the audience is utterly exhausted. Date: 1933
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1933 Amusing Audience Bateman Boxers Boxing Exhausted Exhaustion Fight Knock Knocked Referee Ring Sep16 Spectators Sporting Standstill Knockout
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The Boxers Who Fought to a Standstill
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is a classic cartoon by the renowned British satirical artist, H.M. Bateman, depicting an exhausting boxing match from the year 1933. In the center of the print, two weary boxers lie crumpled on the canvas-covered floor of the boxing ring, their faces etched with the strain of the intense battle they have just endured. The referee, with a concerned expression, hovers over them, ready to administer the count if necessary. The audience, mirroring the exhaustion of the fighters, can be seen slumped in their seats, some with their eyes closed, while others lean forward, hands on their foreheads, showing the strain of the prolonged spectacle. The cartoon's humor lies in its exaggerated depiction of the physical and mental toll of the sport, as well as the shared sense of exhaustion between the participants and the spectators. The intricate details and sharp wit of Bateman's line work add to the amusing and engaging nature of this timeless image. This print is a testament to the enduring appeal of boxing as a sport and the unique way that Bateman captured its essence with his pen and ink.
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