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Mammon: A Present Day Allegory (colour litho)
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Mammon: A Present Day Allegory (colour litho)
670071 Mammon: A Present Day Allegory (colour litho) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mammon: A Present Day Allegory. Illustration for Humors of History (Sully and Ford, c 1905).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 25131736
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Bubble Comedy Companies Excess Final Financial Jokes Mammon Mining Riches Speculation Visual Joke
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Mammon - A Present Day Allegory
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is a vibrant and satirical color lithograph that captures the essence of greed and excess in modern society. Created by Arthur Moreland in 1905, this humorous illustration was originally featured in the book "Humors of History". The artwork depicts a scene filled with visual puns and clever jokes, poking fun at the financial world and its speculative nature. In this comical composition, we see various characters representing different companies and countries engaging in reckless behavior to amass wealth. The cartoonish figures symbolize the insatiable desire for riches, as they mine mountains of money while bubbles of speculation float around them. Mammon, personifying material wealth itself, stands proudly at the center of it all. Moreland's witty satire extends beyond England to include Germany as well. Through his scathing caricatures, he highlights both English and German cultures' obsession with money-making. This allegorical representation reflects not only the excesses prevalent during that era but also serves as a timeless commentary on human nature's unquenchable thirst for wealth. This print from Fine Art Finder showcases Moreland's talent for blending humor with social critique. It invites viewers to reflect on their own relationship with money and consider how our pursuit of riches can sometimes lead us astray. Whether you appreciate its historical context or simply enjoy its visual comedy, "Mammon: A Present Day Allegory" is sure to provoke thought and laughter alike.
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