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Boer / Cartoon / Clean Boots
CARTOONS German consul: " My Lord, you have trodden the rights of German subjects into the dirt. May I clean your boots?"
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Media ID 620000
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Boer Boots Clean Consul Dirt Subjects Rights
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Boer / Cartoon / Clean Boots" print from the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This intriguing cartoon, titled "My Lord, you have trodden the rights of German subjects into the dirt. May I clean your boots?", offers a unique blend of history and humor. Add a touch of whimsy to your decor with this beautifully framed print, which showcases the iconic image of a German consul extending a humble offer to clean the boots of a superior, set against the backdrop of the Boer War era. This timeless piece is an excellent conversation starter and is sure to add character to any room. Order your Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Boer / Cartoon / Clean Boots" today and bring a piece of history into your home.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This thought-provoking cartoon, published in the early 1900s, captures a pivotal moment in the complex history of the Boer Wars in South Africa. The image depicts a German consul extending a brush and basin to a British nobleman, with the caption "My Lord, you have trodden the rights of German subjects into the dirt. May I clean your boots?" During the Second Boer War (1899-1902), tensions between the British and German empires came to a head as the former sought to assert dominance over the Boer republics in South Africa. The German government, although officially neutral, provided support to the Boers through diplomatic means and military training. This support, along with the presence of German settlers in South Africa, led to friction between the British and German forces. The cartoon alludes to the broader power dynamics at play during this period, with the German consul offering to clean the British nobleman's boots as a symbolic gesture of submission and deference. However, the image also carries a subtext of criticism, as the consul's actions could be seen as an attempt to curry favor with the British and protect German interests, even at the expense of the Boer population. This historical cartoon provides a unique perspective on the complex web of alliances and tensions that characterized the Boer Wars, and serves as a reminder of the intricate diplomatic maneuverings that underpinned international relations during this period. The image is a valuable addition to any collection of historical cartoons or visual representations of the Boer Wars and their impact on global politics.
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