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The Cow with the Iron Tail
5307885 The Cow with the Iron Tail.; (add.info.: Cartoon titled The Cow with the Iron Tail'. Watering milk was a common practice at the time, particularly in big cities. Dated 19th century.
01/01/1850); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38362648
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
Bomb Bombs Iron Milk Pump Water Pump
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Add a touch of whimsy to your walls with this charming Fine Art Print featuring "The Cow with the Iron Tail" by Bridgeman Images. Perfect for adding a playful and unique element to any room in your home.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This satirical cartoon from the 19th century titled 'The Cow with the Iron Tail' is a scathing commentary on the common practice of watering down milk in big cities during that time. The image depicts a cow standing next to an iron water pump, symbolizing how unscrupulous individuals would dilute milk with water before selling it to unsuspecting consumers.
In this illustration, a child is seen looking up at the cow with curiosity, unaware of the deception taking place. The use of bombs scattered around the scene adds a sense of urgency and danger, emphasizing the harmful consequences of consuming adulterated milk.
The artist behind this thought-provoking piece cleverly uses humor and irony to shed light on a serious issue that plagued urban communities in the 19th century. By exaggerating reality through satire, they aimed to provoke reflection and spark conversations about food safety and consumer protection.
As we look back on this historical artwork today, we are reminded of the importance of transparency and integrity in our food supply chain. 'The Cow with the Iron Tail' serves as a powerful reminder that vigilance against fraud and corruption is essential for safeguarding public health and well-being.
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