Premium Framed Print : No Fight. Cartoon on the Fashoda Incident, 1898. Creator: Staniforth, Joseph Morewood (1864-1921)
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No Fight. Cartoon on the Fashoda Incident, 1898. Creator: Staniforth, Joseph Morewood (1864-1921)
No Fight. Cartoon on the Fashoda Incident, 1898. Private Collection
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Media ID 19781689
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Great Britain Scramble For Africa Fashoda Fashoda Incident
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 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
The print titled "No Fight. Cartoon on the Fashoda Incident, 1898" captures a significant moment in history with a touch of humor and satire. Created by Joseph Morewood Staniforth, this cartoon depicts the infamous Fashoda Incident that occurred in Africa during the late 19th century. In this caricature, we see two prominent figures representing Great Britain and France engaged in a comical confrontation over their colonial ambitions in Africa. The incident took place when both nations sought to expand their territories and influence on the African continent, leading to tensions between them. Staniforth's lithograph cleverly portrays the absurdity of war as he shows these powerful nations engaging not in actual combat but rather an amusing wrestling match. This lighthearted approach highlights the irony of their conflict while also shedding light on the scramble for Africa during that era. The Fashoda Incident was a turning point in European imperialism as it marked one of the last major territorial disputes before Europe began partitioning Africa into colonies. It ultimately resulted in diplomatic negotiations between Britain and France, preventing an all-out war. This fine art image from a private collection offers us insight into historical events through artistic expression. It serves as a reminder of how political rivalries often played out through cartoons and satirical illustrations during that time period.
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