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Dropping the Pilot (b / w photo)
3626951 Dropping the Pilot (b/w photo) by Tenniel, John (1820-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dropping the Pilot. Tenniels famous cartoon, published in Punch in 1890, depicting the Kaiser accepting Bismarcks resignation as Chancellor of Germany. Illustration for Harpers Pictorial Library of the World War, c 1920.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23122800
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Chancellor Departure Descending Disembarking John Tenniel Kaiser Otto Von Bismarck Resignation Steps Wilhelm Ii Great War War Scene War Zone
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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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Dropping the Pilot
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a print that captures an iconic moment in history. The image depicts a satirical cartoon by John Tenniel, originally published in Punch magazine in 1890. In this cartoon, we witness the resignation of Otto von Bismarck as Chancellor of Germany, with Kaiser Wilhelm II accepting his departure. The scene unfolds on a grand staircase, where Bismarck descends while wearing his distinctive chancellor's crown. The Kaiser stands at the top of the steps, watching intently as one political era comes to an end and another begins. This powerful visual representation symbolizes the changing dynamics within German politics during the late 19th century. Tenniel's caricature brilliantly captures both the historical significance and underlying tensions of this momentous event. Through satire and scathing commentary, he highlights the power struggle between these two influential figures against the backdrop of World War I looming on the horizon. This photograph not only provides us with a glimpse into European history but also serves as a reminder of how political cartoons can convey complex ideas through artistry and wit. It invites viewers to reflect upon themes such as leadership, power dynamics, and political change – timeless topics that continue to shape our world today.
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