Fine Art Print : German Navy lampooned - World War One
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German Navy lampooned - World War One
Propaganda postcard from the First World War lampooning the German Naval capability as a rusting weed-encasted hulk, unable to repond to the effective and nimble Allied naval fleet. The ship is labelled the Stikphastz !! Date: circa 1916
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Media ID 7243061
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Grew Hopeless Ineffective Lampooned Propaganda Ridicule Ridiculed Root Rust Rusting Spiders Stuck Taking Webs Weeds Immobile Rusted Ww 1
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints. This provocative piece, "German Navy lampooned - World War One" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a fascinating glimpse into the satirical spirit of the First World War. This propaganda postcard playfully depicts the German Naval capability as a rusting, weed-encrusted hulk, a stark contrast to the effective and nimble Allied naval fleet. Add this unique piece to your collection and bring a piece of historical wit and humor into your home or office.
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 53.3cm x 33.6cm (21" x 13.2")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This provocative propaganda postcard from World War One vividly lampoons the perceived ineffectiveness of the German Navy through the image of the rusting hulk labeled as the "Stikphastz." Dated circa 1916, this satirical representation of a German warship was a common theme during the conflict as the Allied naval forces dominated the seas. The ship, encrusted with rust and overgrown with weeds, spiders' webs, and grass, stands in stark contrast to the sleek and nimble Allied vessels that patrolled the waters. The label "Stikphastz," which roughly translates to "stuck fast," further emphasizes the immobility and hopelessness of the German naval capability. The use of such propaganda was a powerful tool in shaping public opinion and morale during the war, as the Allied forces sought to highlight their own naval superiority and demoralize the enemy. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the realities of war and the role of propaganda in shaping perceptions and influencing the course of history.
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