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Cartoon, The Dropped Pilot, WW1
Cartoon, The Dropped Pilot, twenty-four years after Tenniel. In Tenniels Dropping the Pilot cartoon of 1890 Kaiser Wilhelm II watches as Bismarck disembarks from the ship (of state), but in Treebys cartoon Bismarck is in the water up to his waist and the Kaisers ship has foundered on the rocks and is sinking. Date: September 1914
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Allegorical Allegory Bismarck Careless Dropped Dropping Folded Foolish Kaiser Pilot Punch Reckless Rocks Satire Satirical Shipwreck Sinking Smashed Stupid Symbol Symbolic Symbolism Tenniel Waist Watching Wilhelm Foundered
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
"Experience history come to life with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece, titled "Cartoon, The Dropped Pilot, WW1" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, brings a classic cartoon into the modern age. A humorous take on events from the past, this print depicts Kaiser Wilhelm II observing as Bismarck disembarks from a ship, inspired by Tenniel's famous "Dropping the Pilot" cartoon from 1890. Enhance your home or office decor with this unique, high-quality canvas print that combines history and artistry."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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
The Dropped Pilot: A Satirical Allegory of Reckless Leadership in WWI (Twenty-four years after Tenniel's "Dropping the Pilot") This powerful and thought-provoking cartoon by Treeby, published in September 1914, is a satirical commentary on the reckless and foolish leadership that plunged Europe into the catastrophic events of World War I. The image is a stark contrast to the famous "Dropping the Pilot" cartoon by Tenniel from 1890, which depicted Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany watching as Chancellor Otto von Bismarck disembarked from a ship. In Treeby's version, the scene is dramatically altered. The ship, symbolizing Germany, has foundered on the rocks and is sinking, with Kaiser Wilhelm II standing on the deck with his arms folded, watching in disbelief as Chancellor Bismarck, now in the water up to his waist, struggles to stay afloat. The allegorical symbolism is clear: the careless and stupid actions of the German leadership had led to the shipwreck of peace and the beginning of a devastating war. The image is a poignant reminder of the consequences of reckless and foolish leadership, and the importance of caution and prudence in times of crisis. The cartoon was published at a critical moment in history, as the world watched in horror as the events of the war unfolded. Treeby's satirical commentary served as a warning to all leaders, urging them to learn from the mistakes of the past and avoid repeating them in the future. This image, with its powerful symbolism and thought-provoking commentary, is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of World War I, satire, or political cartoons. It is a reminder of the importance of careful leadership and the potential consequences of reckless actions, a message that remains relevant today.
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