Fine Art Print : Cartoon, The Glad Hand, WW1
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Cartoon, The Glad Hand, WW1
Cartoon, The Glad Hand -- Brother Jonathan (representing the USA) tells Kaiser Wilhelm to wash his hand first, before shaking it. On the Kaisers fingers, dripping with blood, are the names of places devastated by German bombardment: Louvain, Termonde, Malines and Rheims. Date: 1914
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Media ID 14146119
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Behind Blood Bombardment Brother Devastated Dirty Dripping Enemy Fingers Friendly Glad Hands Jonathan Kaiser Louvain Malines Moral Morality Names Places Propaganda Relations Relationship Representing Rheims Satire Satirical Stars Striped Stripes Symbolic Symbolism Tailcoat Termonde Trousers Wash Wilhelm
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic cartoon "The Glad Hand" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This timeless piece of historical art depicts the famous moment during World War I when Brother Jonathan, representing the USA, playfully instructs Kaiser Wilhelm to "wash his hand first" before extending a hand in a symbolic gesture of peace. Add a touch of history and whimsy to your home or office decor with this stunning, high-quality print. Each print is meticulously produced using premium materials and vibrant colors, ensuring a beautiful and long-lasting addition to your collection. Order now and relive this significant moment in history.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
The Glad Hand: A Symbolic Encounter between Brother Jonathan and Kaiser Wilhelm II during the Early Stages of World War I (1914) This powerful and evocative political cartoon, titled "The Glad Hand," depicts a pivotal moment in the complex web of international relations during the early stages of World War I. The cartoon portrays Brother Jonathan, a symbolic representation of the United States, extending his hand towards the German Emperor, Kaiser Wilhelm II, with a stern expression on his face. The American figure, dressed in a top hat and tailcoat, with striped trousers and the Stars and Stripes visible on his back, is seen urging Kaiser Wilhelm to "wash his hand first." The German Emperor, dressed in military uniform, is shown with his hand extended, but his fingers are dripping with blood. The names of several places devastated by German bombardment during the war are inscribed on the Kaiser's fingers: Louvain, Termonde, Malines, and Rheims. The image of the bloodied fingers serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of the conflict and the moral implications of the German military actions on the Western Front. This satirical cartoon, created in 1914, was a potent piece of propaganda used to convey the growing unease and moral outrage towards Germany's aggressive military tactics. The image of Brother Jonathan insisting that Kaiser Wilhelm cleanse his hands before shaking them symbolizes the desire for a peaceful resolution and a rejection of the violence and destruction that was engulfing Europe. The cartoon's enduring impact underscores the importance of diplomacy, morality, and the potential consequences of unchecked aggression in international relations.
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