Photographic Print : Away with that life-net
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Away with that life-net
Away with that life-net!. Illustration shows a raging fire in a building, billowing dark smoke labeled Disease; people are trying to escape by climbing to the edge and jumping into a safety net labeled Vivisectional Research Life-Net held by fire fighters, other fire fighters stream water labeled Knowledge on to the flames; a man with a hatchet labeled Legislation is about to chop the water hose into pieces, as other citizens attempt to pull the safety net away. Date 1911 March 22. Away with that life-net!. Illustration shows a raging fire in a building, billowing dark smoke labeled Disease; people are trying to escape by climbing to the edge and jumping into a safety net labeled Vivisectional Research Life-Net held by fire fighters, other fire fighters stream water labeled Knowledge on to the flames; a man with a hatchet labeled Legislation is about to chop the water hose into pieces, as other citizens attempt to pull the safety net away. Date 1911 March 22
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15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Experience the power of storytelling through our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This captivating image, titled "Away with that life-net!" from Mary Evans Prints Online, portrays a dramatic scene of a raging fire in a building. The billowing dark smoke, labeled Disease, adds an ominous tone as people desperately try to escape, climbing to the edge. This evocative print is a perfect addition to any space, igniting conversations and inspiring reflection. Embrace the emotion and intrigue that comes with this extraordinary piece of visual history. Order now and bring this captivating image into your world.
High-quality poster prints are available in a range of sizes and are printed on 270 gsm semi-glossy silk finish poster paper. An affordable option for decorating any space, they are perfect for fixing straight onto walls. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 37.5cm (9.6" x 14.8")
Estimated Product Size is 25cm x 37.5cm (9.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
Away with that life-net!
EDITORS COMMENTS
- This powerful and thought-provoking illustration from the March 22, 1911 issue of Puck magazine depicts a chaotic scene of a raging fire in a building, with billowing dark smoke ominously labeled "Disease." In the midst of the chaos, people are desperately trying to escape by climbing to the edge and jumping into a safety net labeled "Vivisectional Research Life-Net," held steadfastly by fire fighters. Other fire fighters stream water labeled "Knowledge" onto the flames in an attempt to extinguish them. However, the scene is not without conflict. A man with a hatchet labeled "Legislation" is poised to chop the water hose into pieces, while other citizens attempt to pull the safety net away. This illustration serves as a metaphor for the ongoing debate surrounding the use of vivisectional research and the role of legislation in regulating it. The fire represents the disease that needs to be cured, while the safety net symbolizes the ethical concerns surrounding animal experimentation. The water hose represents the knowledge gained through scientific research, which is essential in finding a cure. But the hatchet and the citizens' attempts to pull the net away represent the opposition to such research and the need for clear and effective legislation to guide it. This powerful illustration highlights the complexities and ethical dilemmas surrounding scientific research and the role of government regulation.
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