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Jaures Caricature
JEAN-JOSEPH-MARIE-AUGUSTE JAURES French radical statesman, caricatured as a firebrand
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1859 Auguste Caricatured Firebrand Jaures Marie Radical
18"x18" (46x46cm) Pillow
18"x18" (46x46cm) Faux Suede Pillow with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone colored faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
Accessorise your space with decorative, soft pillows
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This caricature depicts Jean-Joseph-Marie-Auguste Jaurès, a renowned French radical statesman, as a fiery and passionate orator. The image, created in 1914, captures the intensity and charisma of Jaurès, who was born on September 3, 1859, in Castres, France. Jaurès was a prominent figure in French politics, known for his radical socialist views and his unwavering commitment to workers' rights and social justice. He was a founding member of the French Workers' Party and served as its secretary-general from 1889 to 1892. In 1893, he became a deputy in the Chamber of Deputies, representing the Radical Socialist Party. Throughout his political career, Jaurès was a vocal critic of the French government and its policies, particularly its treatment of the working class. He was a frequent speaker in the Chamber of Deputies, using his eloquent and persuasive oratory skills to advocate for the rights of the people. This caricature captures Jaurès in the midst of one of his impassioned speeches, with flames emanating from his mouth and eyes, symbolizing the fiery passion and intensity of his words. The image serves as a testament to Jaurès's enduring legacy as a radical statesman and a champion of the people. Despite his controversial and often provocative stance, Jaurès remained a beloved and influential figure in French politics until his untimely death in 1914. He was assassinated by Raoul Villain, a nationalist extremist, just days before the outbreak of World War I. Jaurès's death was a shock to the nation, and he was mourned by many as a martyr for the cause of social justice and democracy. This caricature is a poignant reminder of Jaurès's unwavering commitment to his beliefs and his enduring impact on French politics and society.
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