Photographic Print : A kick that was a long time coming
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A kick that was a long time coming
A kick that was a long time coming. Illustration shows a bull labeled France being attacked by insects shaped like little clerical figures, which cause it to kick with its hind legs, knocking Pope Pius X off a stool and overturning a bucket, spilling Papal Revenues. Date 1907 January 9. A kick that was a long time coming. Illustration shows a bull labeled France being attacked by insects shaped like little clerical figures, which cause it to kick with its hind legs, knocking Pope Pius X off a stool and overturning a bucket, spilling Papal Revenues. Date 1907 January 9
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12"x8" Photo Print
Experience the wit and symbolism of this captivating photographic print from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic image "A kick that was a long time coming" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this print showcases a powerful bull labeled France, enduring the relentless attacks of insects shaped as little clerical figures. This thought-provoking image, with its rich historical context, is a must-have for any art enthusiast or history buff's collection. Order your print today and bring this timeless piece into your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
A Kick That Was a Long Time Coming - The Tension Between Church and State in Early 20th Century France
EDITORS COMMENTS
This provocative political cartoon, published on January 9, 1907, captures the simmering tensions between the French government and the Catholic Church. The illustration depicts a bull labeled "France" being relentlessly attacked by a swarm of insects, each shaped like little clerical figures. The repeated assaults from the clerics cause the bull to react, kicking out with its powerful hind legs. In doing so, the bull knocks Pope Pius X off his stool and overturns a bucket, spilling Papal Revenues. The cartoon alludes to the long-standing conflict between the French government and the Catholic Church, which reached a boiling point in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The French Third Republic, established in 1870, sought to secularize the state and limit the power of the Church. This led to a series of confrontations, including the passing of laws that separated Church and state and the confiscation of Church property. The Catholic Church, led by Pope Pius X, fought back, using its moral authority and influence to rally the faithful against the French government. The cartoon's depiction of the Church as a swarm of insects attacking a powerful bull represents the perceived threat the Church posed to the French government. The overturned bucket and spilled Papal Revenues symbolize the financial and political power the Church wielded, which the French government sought to undermine. This cartoon, with its bold imagery and incisive commentary, offers a fascinating glimpse into the complex and contentious relationship between Church and state in early 20th century France. It serves as a reminder of the enduring power of political satire to illuminate the issues of the day and provoke thought and discussion.
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