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Photographic Print : La Comédie politique, 1859. Creator: Félicien Rops
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La Comédie politique, 1859. Creator: Félicien Rops
La Comedie politique, 1859. From Uylenspiegel, 22 May 1859
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1850s Belgian Felicien Joseph Victor Rops Félicien Rops Felicien Victor Joseph Rops Flanders Belgium Europe Freedom Game Bird Hare Justice Periodical Rops Felicien Rops Felicien Joseph Victor Shooting Surveillance Uylenspiegel Freedom Of The Press
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step into the political satire of the 19th century with this captivating print from Félicien Rops' Uylenspiegel series. La Comédie politique, 1859, showcases Rops' masterful use of etching techniques to bring to life a humorous and insightful commentary on the political landscape of the time. This Heritage Images reproduction of Félicien Rops' original work, La Comédie politique, 1859, offers a unique and intriguing addition to any art or history collection. Experience the wit and wisdom of the past with this stunning, museum-quality print.
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a captivating lithograph by the Belgian artist Félicien Rops, created in 1859, offers a thought-provoking commentary on the political landscape of the time. This striking monochromatic image, now housed at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), was originally published in the Belgian periodical, Uylenspiegel, on May 22, 1859. Rops masterfully employs a surreal and allegorical style, presenting a scene of a group of men gathered around a table, engaged in a game of shooting at a hare pinned to a board. However, this seemingly ordinary scene takes on a deeper meaning as the men are depicted as various political figures from Belgium and France, symbolizing the power struggles and tensions between these two countries during the nineteenth century. The hare, a symbol of vulnerability and innocence, represents the freedom of the press and the potential consequences of political manipulation and surveillance. The birds perched on the shoulders of some of the men represent the spread of gossip and rumors, further emphasizing the political climate of the time. This powerful and thought-provoking work by Félicien Rops serves as a reminder of the complexities and intricacies of political dynamics during the 1850s, and continues to captivate audiences with its timeless commentary on power, politics, and the importance of freedom of the press. The image, with its intricate details and nuanced symbolism, is a testament to the enduring legacy of this Belgian master and the rich artistic heritage of Europe during the nineteenth century.
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