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The Berlin Peacock (litho)
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The Berlin Peacock (litho)
3646217 The Berlin Peacock (litho) by Austrian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Berlin Peacock. Austrian caricature of Otto von Bismarck, 1870. Illustration from Die Karikatur der europaischen Volker vom Jahre 1848 bis zur Gegenwart, by Eduard Fuchs (Hofmann, 1904).); © Look and Learn
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Chancellor Criticism Franco Prussian War Otto Von Bismarck Peacock Pride Proud Strutting Austria Austrian Austrians Prussian
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The Berlin Peacock (litho) captures the essence of political satire in 19th century Europe. This Austrian caricature, created by an unknown artist from the Austrian School, depicts none other than Otto von Bismarck, the influential statesman and chancellor of Germany. The lithograph is part of a private collection and was featured in Eduard Fuchs' book on European caricatures. In this satirical drawing, Bismarck is portrayed as a proud peacock, strutting with arrogance and confidence. The image serves as a scathing critique of his role during the Franco-Prussian War and his political maneuvers within Prussia. It reflects both historical events and social commentary prevalent at that time. The cartoon-like depiction highlights Bismarck's larger-than-life persona while poking fun at his political ambitions. Through clever symbolism, the artist manages to convey not only criticism but also German pride and cultural identity. This print provides us with a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th-century politics through its use of satire. It reminds us that even powerful figures like Bismarck were subject to public scrutiny and mockery. As we admire this piece from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, let it serve as a reminder that art has always played an essential role in shaping our understanding of history.
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