Metal Print : Boer / Cartoon / Clean Boots
Metal Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
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
20"x24" (61x51cm) Metal Print
Add a touch of whimsy to your walls with the Media Storehouse range of Metal Prints featuring this charming cartoon from Mary Evans Picture Library. Depicting a German consul offering to clean the boots of a lord who has trampled on the rights of German subjects, this humorous image is sure to bring a smile to your face. Printed on high-quality metal, these prints offer vibrant colors, impressive clarity, and a sleek, modern look. Each print comes with a mount and a hanging kit, making installation a breeze. Bring a piece of history and a dash of humor to your home or office with this unique and eye-catching addition.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 60.9cm (20" x 24")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 61.5cm (20.2" x 24.2")
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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