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"Toutes les armes sont bonnes pour la paix. Se servira-t-on du rouleau compresseur bien mis au point?" ("All weapons are good for peace. We need them to fine tune the steamroller?"); photomontage
Fondazione Alinari per la Fotografia Photo Prints and Wall Art
"Toutes les armes sont bonnes pour la paix. Se servira-t-on du rouleau compresseur bien mis au point?" ("All weapons are good for peace. We need them to fine tune the steamroller?"); photomontage
"Toutes les armes sont bonnes pour la paix. Se servira-t-on du rouleau compresseur bien mis au point?" ("All weapons are good for peace. We need them to fine tune the steamroller?"); photomontage. Date of Photograph:21/06/1939
Kjeldgaard Marinus Jacob
FVQ-F-217377-0000
Media ID 33307888
© Kjeldgaard Archive / Alinari Archives, Florence
Caricature And Satire Contemporary History Subjects Of Political Nature Photography Politician Propaganda Studies And Research World War Ii Society And Politics
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This thought-provoking photomontage by Kjeldgaard Marinus Jacob, titled "Toutes les armes sont bonnes pour la paix. Se servira-t-on du rouleau compresseur bien mis au point?" captures the essence of political satire and commentary during a tumultuous period in history. Dated June 21,1939, just months before the outbreak of World War II, this piece delves into the paradoxical notion that all weapons can somehow contribute to peace. The artist challenges us to question whether we truly need these destructive tools to fine tune a metaphorical steamroller. Through clever manipulation and juxtapositions, Jacob skillfully combines elements of caricature and satire with his deep understanding of society and politics. His work serves as an important reminder that propaganda often plays a significant role in shaping public opinion. In this photograph print, we witness a powerful politician surrounded by various weapons symbolizing military might. This imagery raises questions about the intentions behind such displays of force – are they genuinely aimed at achieving peace or simply serving personal interests? The historical context surrounding this artwork adds another layer of significance. As tensions escalated across Europe during this time period, it becomes evident that Jacob's message carries weight beyond mere artistic expression. By exploring themes such as contemporary history subjects and studies on society and politics, Kjeldgaard Marinus Jacob invites viewers to reflect upon humanity's complex relationship with war and its implications for global stability. As we gaze upon this photomontage from Alinari's collection, let us not forget the power art possesses in challenging our perspectives on world events while encouraging critical thinking about our shared future.
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