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Fine Art Print : BOER WAR CARTOON, 1899. The English Lion and the Boer Bull. The Afrikaner bull, with the head of Paul Krueger, attacks the British lion. French cartoon from a November 1899 issue of Le Petit Journal
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BOER WAR CARTOON, 1899. The English Lion and the Boer Bull. The Afrikaner bull, with the head of Paul Krueger, attacks the British lion. French cartoon from a November 1899 issue of Le Petit Journal
BOER WAR CARTOON, 1899.
The English Lion and the Boer Bull. The Afrikaner bull, with the head of Paul Krueger, attacks the British lion. French cartoon from a November 1899 issue of Le Petit Journal
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Media ID 6217917
1899 Boer Boer War Bull Field Lion Paul Scanpix South Africa Warfare Krueger
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This vintage cartoon, titled "BOER WAR CARTOON, 1899. The English Lion and the Boer Bull," is an intriguing depiction of historical tension. The Afrikaner bull, with the iconic head of Paul Krueger, boldly charges at the British lion, symbolizing the fierce spirit of the Boer resistance during the Second Boer War. Originally published in a November 1899 issue of Le Petit Journal, this French cartoon is now available as a Fine Art Print, allowing you to bring a piece of history into your home or office. The Granger Collection, New York / The Granger Collection from Granger Art on Demand.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 35.5cm x 51.2cm (14" x 20.2")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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.
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This print captures a powerful political cartoon from the Boer War era. Titled "The English Lion and the Boer Bull" this French illustration, originally published in November 1899 by Le Petit Journal, depicts the intense conflict between Britain and the Afrikaners in South Africa. In this thought-provoking image, we see an imposing British lion facing off against a formidable Afrikaner bull with the head of Paul Krueger, symbolizing their leader. The tension is palpable as these two iconic animals engage in battle on a symbolic level. The artist skillfully portrays the strength and determination of both sides through their chosen animal representations. The British lion embodies imperial power while exuding confidence despite its adversary's fierce attack. Meanwhile, the Afrikaner bull represents resilience and defiance as it charges forward with red eyes ablaze. This historical artifact not only serves as a visual representation of one of history's most significant conflicts but also offers insight into prevailing sentiments during that time period. It reminds us of how art can be used to convey complex political messages and evoke emotions related to war. Preserved by The Granger Collection in New York, this remarkable piece transports us back to late 19th-century warfare through its detailed imagery and artistic finesse.
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