Metal Print : France as a Shrew
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France as a Shrew
France depicted as a shrew, impatient with every would-be leader
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Media ID 4368604
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Depicted Impatient Shrew 1895 January
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring a unique twist to your home decor with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring France as a Shrew, an intriguing image from Mary Evans Prints Online. This thought-provoking design showcases France, depicted as a shrew, expressing her impatience with every would-be leader. Our high-quality metal prints are not just art pieces, they're conversation starters. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium metal sheets, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional durability. Add this captivating piece to your collection and add a touch of whimsy and history to your space.
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
This intriguing and thought-provoking image, titled "France as a Shrew," dates back to January 1895, and was published during a tumultuous period in French history. The cartoon, created as a print, depicts France personified as a shrew, an animal known for its impatience and aggression. The image reflects the frustration and exasperation of the French people with their leaders during this time. The backdrop of the print shows various historical events and figures that shaped France in the late 19th century. The Eiffel Tower, a symbol of French pride and engineering prowess, stands tall in the background, while a disgruntled Napoleon Bonaparte, France's legendary military leader, is shown being swatted away by the shrew's paw. This representation of France's impatience with Napoleon is a nod to the country's complex relationship with its past and its leaders. In the foreground, a group of would-be leaders, including Georges Clemenceau, Léon Gambetta, and Adolphe Thiers, are gathered, each attempting to gain the attention and approval of the shrew. The impatient France, however, is shown turning her nose up at them, indicating her dissatisfaction with their leadership. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the French people's desire for strong and effective leadership during a time of political instability and uncertainty. The cartoonist's use of a shrew as a metaphor for France adds an interesting layer of symbolism to the print. Shrews are known for their aggressive and impatient nature, making them an apt representation of the French people's frustration with their leaders during this period. This print, with its intricate details and thought-provoking message, offers a unique glimpse into the political climate of France in the late 19th century.
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