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The New Shaving-Machine (suggested by a recent invention)
The New Shaving-Machine (suggested by a recent invention). Emperor of Russia, Nicholas I, sits in the shaving-machine chair in John Bull and Louis Nap(olean)s Easy Shaving Shop, at the mercy of the razors and shaving brushes of his enemies France, Britain and Turkey (the Ottoman Empire), supported by Austria. He holds a Declaration of War. In July 1853, Russia occupied the Danubian Provinces (the chair), under Ottoman suzerainty. The Crimean War broke out later that year. Date: 1853
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1850s 1853 Crimean Declaration Invention Jun21 Machines Nicholas Nicolas Provinces Satire Satirical Shaved Shaving Ottoman
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This intriguing and satirical print, titled "The New Shaving-Machine: Suggested by a Recent Invention," depicts Emperor Nicholas I of Russia in a most unusual and vulnerable position. The year is 1853, and the Russian forces have occupied the Danubian Provinces under Ottoman suzerainty, an act that would later ignite the Crimean War. In this cartoon, Emperor Nicholas sits in the chair of the "New Shaving-Machine," a metaphorical representation of the impending conflict. Surrounding him are the razors and shaving brushes of his perceived enemies: France, Britain, and the Ottoman Empire (represented by Turkey), with Austria providing support. The implication is clear: Russia is about to be shaved bald, or weakened, by these European powers. Nicholas, clutching a Declaration of War, appears both defiant and resigned, as if acknowledging the inevitable. The satirical tone of the print serves to highlight the political tensions brewing in Europe during the 1850s. The Crimean War, which broke out later that year, would prove to be a significant turning point in European history. This print, with its clever use of imagery and symbolism, offers a fascinating glimpse into the political climate of the time. It serves as a reminder of the complex web of alliances and tensions that existed between European powers during the 19th century, and the role that satire played in commenting on and shaping public opinion.
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