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Fine Art Print : Cartoon, Waking up Germania, WW1
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Cartoon, Waking up Germania, WW1
Cartoon, Waking up Germania. After the war, Madame Germania must pay the bill for all the damage she has done. The waiter is a macabre, thin man with a skull for his head. Date: 1918
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Beer Bill Costs Damage Damages Germania Macabre Madame Payment Peace Postwar Responsibility Responsible Satire Satirical Skull Sleepy Stein Thin Tired Ugly Waiter Waking
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the captivating addition to your decor from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints collection: "Cartoon, Waking up Germania, WW1" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative cartoon, created in 1918, depicts a symbolic scene of Madame Germania being awakened from her slumber by a macabre waiter with a skull for a head. The powerful imagery of this print serves as a poignant reminder of the aftermath of war and its consequences. Add this unique piece to your home or office to spark conversation and inspire reflection. Order your Fine Art Print today and bring a piece of history into your space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
Waking Up Germania: A Satirical Take on the Post-WW1 Repercussions (Cartoon, Waking up Germania, 1918) As the sun rose on the horizon, the harsh realities of the recently concluded World War I began to set in. In this poignant and satirical cartoon, "Waking Up Germania," published in 1918, Madame Germania, the personification of Germany, is seen being roused from her slumber by a macabre and thin waiter, whose skull-like head serves as a grim reminder of the devastating consequences of the war. The image of a fat, old, and tired Germania, with a sleepy and ugly expression, symbolizes the exhaustion and weariness that Germany felt after the long and brutal conflict. The waiter, with a stein of beer in hand, represents the responsibility and costs that Germany must now face as the war came to an end. The table, laden with a mountain of bills, underscores the immense financial burden that the country would bear in the post-war era. This powerful and thought-provoking cartoon serves as a stark reminder of the repercussions of war and the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions. The satirical and macabre imagery adds to the overall impact, making it a significant historical piece that continues to resonate with audiences even today. This image is a testament to the power of satire and cartoons as a means of commenting on major historical events and their aftermath. It is an essential addition to any collection focused on World War I, wartime, and historical cartoons.
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