Metal Print : Cartoon, Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum, WW1
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Cartoon, Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum, WW1
Cartoon, Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum, showing a grotesque, pantomime ogre-like Kaiser Wilhelm II wielding a club, with blood dripping from the club and his hands as he races from ruined buildings towards bristling bayonets in the early weeks of the First World War. Date: September 1914
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Media ID 14129210
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Bayonets Blood Dripping Eagle Grotesque Hands Kaiser Monster Ogre Pantomime Ruin Ruined Running Satire Teeth Wilhelm
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring a touch of historical intrigue and whimsy to your home or office with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the iconic cartoon, "Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, depicting the grotesque and pantomime-like portrayal of Kaiser Wilhelm II as an ogre wielding a club with dripping blood, is sure to spark conversation and add character to any space. Our high-quality Metal Prints are known for their vibrant colors, rich detail, and long-lasting durability, making them an excellent choice for showcasing your favorite art or historical pieces. Order yours today and join the countless number of satisfied customers who have transformed their living or work spaces with our stunning Metal Prints.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
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
Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum, Kaiser Wilhelm II: A Grotesque Caricature of War's Monstrous Beginning September 1914: The world was plunged into the abyss of the First World War, and the darkness of conflict brought forth a plethora of fearsome images. In the early weeks of this great calamity, the pantomime ogre-like figure of Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany emerged as an embodiment of the terrifying uncertainty and violence that gripped Europe. This satirical cartoon, titled "Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum," captures the grotesque and monstrous image of the German leader, as he charges towards the bristling bayonets of his enemies with a club in hand, blood dripping from both the weapon and his own hands. The caricature, created in the early days of the war, is a testament to the power of satire and the role it played in shaping public opinion during wartime. The image of Wilhelm as a grotesque, ogre-like figure, complete with a helmet adorned with an eagle and menacing teeth, was a common trope used to demonize the German leader and fuel the flames of anti-German sentiment. The title of the cartoon, "Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum," is a reference to the famous line from the children's rhyme "Jack and the Beanstalk," adding an element of dark humor to the image. As the war raged on, the lines between reality and fantasy blurred, and the grotesque image of Wilhelm as a monstrous ogre became a self-fulfilling prophecy. The caricature, like many others of its kind, served as a reminder of the horrors of war and the dangers of allowing fear and hatred to drive international relations. Today, this image stands as a stark reminder of the dark and terrifying beginning of the First World War, and the importance of recognizing the power of satire and caricature in shaping public opinion.
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