Cartoon, Boche, Wild Mammal, WW1
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Cartoon, Boche, Wild Mammal, WW1
Cartoon, Boche, Wild Mammal, on display in a zoo, an imaginary scene looking forward to 1956. Date: 1915
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1956 Bars Boche Cage Caged Caricatures Civilisation Civilised Imaginary Kultur Postwar Prussian Savage Ugly Visitor Visitors Wild
The Boche's Zoo - An Imaginary Scene from 1956
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this thought-provoking and satirical cartoon from 1915, we find ourselves in an imaginary zoo scene set in the post-World War I era, specifically in 1956. The cartoon, titled "Boche, Cartoon, Wild Mammal," depicts a Prussian zoo, where the usual animals are replaced by human figures representing the German soldiers, or "Boches," from the First Great War. The central figure, a large, ugly, and menacing German soldier, is caged within an enclosure, much like a wild mammal. He is surrounded by curious women and children, who have come to visit the zoo as a form of acclimatisation, a dark commentary on the aftermath of the war and the lingering animosity towards the German people. The soldier, dressed in his military uniform and wearing a helmet, appears savage and uncivilised, a stark contrast to the refined and civilised visitors. The bars of his cage symbolise the divide between the two worlds - the brutal reality of war and the peaceful, orderly civilisation that followed. The cartoon, with its poignant commentary on the cultural and historical implications of the war, serves as a reminder of the complexities and contradictions of human nature. It also highlights the power of art and satire to challenge societal norms and provoke thought and discussion. This print, a rare and intriguing glimpse into the past, invites us to reflect on the human condition, the impact of war on society, and the role of art in shaping our collective memory.
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