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Drawing, An Allegory of Social Strife, by Archibald Ziegler
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Drawing, An Allegory of Social Strife, by Archibald Ziegler
Preparatory drawing for a painting, An Allegory of Social Strife, by Archibald Ziegler. A reflection on postwar mass unemployment and social unrest, recalling the 1926 General Strike.
late 1920s
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Allegory Archibald Capitalism Capitalist Conflict Crucified Crucifixion Employment Establishment Mass Postwar Preparatory Socialism Socialist Socialists Strife Strike Struggle Unemployment Unions Unrest Worker Ziegler Capitalists Rights
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Archibald Ziegler's preparatory drawing for his painting "An Allegory of Social Strife" is a poignant reflection of the post-World War I era, specifically the late 1920s when mass unemployment and social unrest were prevalent. The drawing, which recalls the 1926 General Strike, depicts a chaotic scene of conflict between the working class and the middle establishment. At the center of the drawing, a man, crucified on a cross, symbolizes the suffering of the working class, who are depicted as soldiers, crucified alongside him. The soldiers representing the capitalist class, with their weapons and uniforms, are shown standing triumphantly above the crucified figures. The crucifixion motif alludes to the sacrifice and suffering endured by the working class during this tumultuous period. The drawing also highlights the struggle between socialism and capitalism, with socialist figures, identifiable by their red flags and union insignia, clashing with the capitalist figures, who are entrenched in their positions of power and privilege. The use of the cross and crucifixion imagery in this context underscores the idea that the working class was being sacrificed for the greater good of the capitalist system. Ziegler's preparatory drawing for "An Allegory of Social Strife" is a powerful commentary on the social and political climate of the time, highlighting the deep divisions and conflicts that characterized the post-World War I era. The drawing serves as a reminder of the struggles and sacrifices endured by the working class during this period and the ongoing debate between socialism and capitalism that continues to shape our world today.
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