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A Posy for Mayday and a poser for Britannia, 1910 (engraving)
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A Posy for Mayday and a poser for Britannia, 1910 (engraving)
XJF2639753 A Posy for Mayday and a poser for Britannia, 1910 (engraving) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Walter Crane (identifiable by his crane symbol) contributed to Justice the weekly journal of the Marxist Social Democracy Federation founded in 1881. Britannia is caught between a socialist citizen offering flowers and a conscripted soldier. ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 12781781
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Arts And Crafts Bouquet Citizen Conscription Dilemma Embodiment Fabian Imperialism Labor Land Monogram Personify Propaganda Signature Socialism Socialist Workman Justice
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A Posy for Mayday and a poser for Britannia, 1910
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is a thought-provoking engraving by Walter Crane that captures the essence of early 20th-century British society. In this satirical piece, Crane depicts Britannia, symbolizing the British Empire, caught in a dilemma between two contrasting forces. On one side stands a socialist citizen offering flowers, representing the growing influence of socialism and labor movements during this period. The bouquet symbolizes their desire for social justice and equality. On the other side stands a conscripted soldier, embodying the pressures of militarism and imperialism prevalent at that time. Crane's monogram signature can be seen within the artwork, showcasing his involvement with Justice, a weekly journal associated with Marxist Social Democracy Federation. As an influential figure in both art and politics, Crane used his talent to convey powerful messages about societal issues. This engraving reflects not only the political climate but also highlights themes such as class struggle and workers' rights. It serves as propaganda for socialist ideals while critiquing imperialistic tendencies within British society. With its intricate details and symbolism rooted in arts and crafts tradition, "A Posy for Mayday and a poser for Britannia" invites viewers to contemplate the complex relationship between power structures and ordinary citizens during this transformative era in Britain's history.
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