Premium Framed Print : Satirical Poster - Rich man at prow of Cruise Liner
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Satirical Poster - Rich man at prow of Cruise Liner
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Media ID 4451677
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14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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.
Rich Man at Prow of Cruise Liner
EDITORS COMMENTS
- A Satirical Commentary on Wealth Inequality in the Early 20th Century This satirical poster, titled "Rich Man at Prow of Cruise Liner," is a poignant commentary on the stark wealth inequality that characterized the early 20th century. Created by an unknown artist, this print was likely produced during the interwar period when economic disparities between the rich and the poor reached unprecedented levels. The image depicts a smug, well-dressed man standing at the prow of a luxurious cruise liner, his back turned to the struggling masses of people in the water, clinging to debris and desperately trying to stay afloat. The man's nonchalant demeanor and detached posture symbolize the indifference and disregard of the wealthy elite towards the plight of the working class. The title of the poster, "Rich Man at Prow of Cruise Liner," is a clear allusion to the biblical parable of the rich man and Lazarus (Luke 16:19-31), where the rich man's indifference to the suffering of the poor leads to his eternal damnation. The artist's use of this reference underscores the moral implications of the wealth gap and the importance of empathy and compassion. The "Rich Man at Prow of Cruise Liner" is a powerful reminder of the historical struggle against economic inequality and the ongoing relevance of social justice issues. It serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of unchecked wealth and power and the importance of solidarity and collective action in the face of adversity.
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