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The sands of time. Illustration shows Mars, the Roman god of war, waiting for the establishment of protocols and the Japanese occupation of Korea to be completed before the sands in an hourglass shift from Peace to War; China sits quietly on the left. Date 1904 February 3. The sands of time. Illustration shows Mars, the Roman god of war, waiting for the establishment of protocols and the Japanese occupation of Korea to be completed before the sands in an hourglass shift from Peace to War; China sits quietly on the left. Date 1904 February 3

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The Sands of Time: A Moment of Uneasy Calm Before the Storm This illustration, published in Puck magazine on February 3, 1904, depicts Mars, the Roman god of war, poised and patient as the sands of time inexorably shift from peace to war. The scene is set against the backdrop of East Asia, with China quietly represented on the left, and Mars standing resolute in the center, his spear at the ready. The year 1904 marked a pivotal moment in the history of the Far East, as tensions between Japan and Russia escalated into the Russo-Japanese War. The illustration alludes to the complex geopolitical dynamics at play, with Mars symbolizing the imminent outbreak of conflict and China representing the potential collateral damage. The hourglass, a common metaphor for the passage of time, underscores the urgency and inevitability of the impending war. The intricate details of the illustration, from the folds of Mars' toga to the intricate patterns on the hourglass, add depth and texture to the image, making it a timeless work of art. This illustration serves as a poignant reminder of the delicate balance of power in international relations and the consequences of the failure to establish diplomatic protocols. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time, offering us a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in history.

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