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To Your Health, Civilisation!, 1916. Artist: Louis Raemaekers
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To Your Health, Civilisation!, 1916. Artist: Louis Raemaekers
To Your Health, Civilisation!, 1916. Plate 72 from The Great War: A Neutrals Indictment by Louis Raemaekers. The Dutch graphic artist Louis Raemaekers (1869-1956) produced fiercely anti-German cartoons during the First World War. The Germans offered a substantial reward for him, dead or alive, and the Dutch government, under pressure from Germany, placed Raemaekers on trial on a charge of endangering Dutch neutrality. He was acquitted, but fled to England because of the bounty on his head
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To Your Health, Civilisation!, 1916
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is a powerful lithograph by Dutch artist Louis Raemaekers that captures the horrors of World War I. In this allegorical image, Raemaekers uses vivid colors and striking imagery to convey his anti-German sentiment. The central figure in the print is an allegorical representation of civilisation, depicted as a blood-soaked skeleton holding a glass filled with blood. This haunting symbol represents the destruction and loss caused by war. The bloodstained landscape surrounding the figure further emphasizes the devastating consequences of conflict. Raemaekers' artwork was so impactful that it led to him being targeted by German authorities during the war. A substantial reward was offered for his capture, dead or alive, forcing him to flee to England for safety. This print serves as both a historical document and a poignant reminder of the atrocities committed during World War I. It reflects Raemaekers' bravery in defying German censorship and using his art as a tool for protest against aggression and violence. Today, "To Your Health, Civilisation!, 1916" stands as an important piece within Heritage Images' Historica Graphica Collection. Its inclusion showcases not only Raemaekers' talent but also highlights how art can be used to challenge injustice and advocate for peace amidst times of turmoil.
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