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Russian foreign policy, from L'assiette au beurre 1908 (print)
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Russian foreign policy, from L'assiette au beurre 1908 (print)
2603824 Russian foreign policy, from L'assiette au beurre 1908 (print) by French School, (20th century); (add.info.: Russian foreign policy. In 1908 Armand Fallieres, President of France 1906 - 1913, visited Russia.
Here he is having his pocket picked by the Tsar. Cartoon from L'Assiette au Beurre", Paris, 25 July 1908)
Media ID 28650919
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1908 Armand Fallieres Cuddle Diplomacy Diplomatic Embrace Embracing Foreign Affairs French Flag Front Page Head Of Government Hugging Illustration Technique International Relations Magazine Cover People In The Background Presidents Tail Coat Top Hat Tsar Tsarist Lassiette Au Buerre Newspapers Pickpocketing
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This satirical cartoon print from 1908 titled "Russian foreign policy" captures a humorous yet scathing commentary on the diplomatic relations between France and Russia during that time. The image depicts Armand Fallieres, the President of France from 1906 to 1913, visiting Russia and having his pocket picked by the Tsar. In this cleverly crafted illustration published in L'Assiette au Beurre, a popular French newspaper known for its political cartoons, we see Fallieres embracing the Tsar in a warm hug while unaware that he is being pickpocketed. The artist uses vivid colors to bring attention to this comical scene set against a backdrop of international politics. The cartoon reflects the tensions and power dynamics at play between these two nations during an era marked by shifting alliances and geopolitical rivalries. It offers a critical perspective on Russian foreign policy as it suggests that even high-ranking officials like Fallieres could fall victim to cunning maneuvers. This print serves as both entertainment and social commentary, highlighting the complexities of diplomacy and international relations in early twentieth-century Europe. Through humor and satire, it invites viewers to reflect on the intricacies of power struggles among politicians while reminding us not to take everything at face value in matters of statecraft.
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