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Poster Print : The Great Rapprochment
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The Great Rapprochment
This poster was used for the promotion of the United States and Great Britain Industrial Exposition in the late 19th century (1899-1900). Shows Columbia and Britannia in the background holding flags (under the eagle and lion), and Uncle Sam and John Bull in the foreground clasping hands. In the roundels near the bottom, the recent American naval victories of Manila and Santiago de Cuba are compared to the classic British/English naval victories of Trafalgar and the Spanish Armada. The Union Jack shown at upper right has some of the flaws
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Media ID 32427470
1898 Allies Columbia Fine Art Flags Freedom John Bull Naval Ships Unity Humanity Spanish American War Uncle Sam Unknown
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our Media Storehouse Poster Print of "The Great Rapprochement," an iconic image from Universal Images Group (UIG). This captivating poster, originally created for the promotion of the United States and Great Britain Industrial Exposition in the late 19th century (1899-1900), showcases the spirit of cooperation between two powerful nations. Add this historic piece to your collection and bring a piece of the past into your home or office. Experience the rich history of international relations through this stunning and intricately detailed poster print. Order now and travel back in time with every glance!
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in history, showcasing "The Great Rapprochement" between the United States and Great Britain during the late 19th century. Created as a promotional poster for the United States and Great Britain Industrial Exposition held from 1899 to 1900, it symbolizes unity, friendship, and shared values. In this artwork, we see Columbia representing America and Britannia representing Great Britain standing proudly in the background with their respective flags fluttering under the watchful gaze of an eagle and lion. In the foreground, Uncle Sam personifying America and John Bull embodying Great Britain are depicted clasping hands in a gesture of camaraderie. Notably, roundels near the bottom draw attention to recent American naval victories at Manila and Santiago de Cuba during the Spanish-American War. These triumphs are compared to iconic British naval victories such as Trafalgar against Napoleon's fleet or defeating the Spanish Armada centuries earlier. The presence of flaws on the Union Jack flag displayed at upper right serves as a reminder that even great nations have imperfections. However, it does not diminish their commitment to humanity, freedom, or unity. This remarkable piece of fine art encapsulates an important chapter in US history while celebrating strong alliances forged through shared values between two influential nations. It stands as a testament to diplomacy overcoming differences for mutual progress.
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