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"Journee de l'Herault", 1916 (poster)
PCT4297065 "Journee de l'Herault", 1916 (poster) by Willette, Adolphe Leon (1857-1926); (add.info.: Poster by Adolphe Leon Willette (1857-1926) for the days of the Herault (October 15, 1916, during the First World War 1914-1918 - 14-18) - Juche on a barrel of wine, the god Bacchus protects a French soldier drinking a glass of red wine by beating a German soldier wearing a tip helmet and holding a beer jar - "Do you save yourself, phylloxera! - vine disease, viticulture - Musee du Biterrois, Beziers (Herault, Languedoc, Occitanie) -)
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14 18 Or 1914 1918 Barrel Dionysus Bacchus Displays Herault 34 Opposition First World War 1914 1918 First World War 1st World War Gusman Iere
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This striking poster titled "Journee de l'Herault" from 1916 by Adolphe Leon Willette captures the essence of French patriotism and defiance during the First World War. In this powerful image, we see Bacchus, the god of wine and revelry, protecting a French soldier as he enjoys a glass of red wine while facing off against a German soldier with a beer jar in hand.
The scene is filled with symbolism - Bacchus standing proudly on a barrel of wine represents France's rich viticulture tradition, while the defeated German soldier wearing a pickelhaube helmet symbolizes the enemy forces. The caption "Do you save yourself, phylloxera!" references both the vine disease that devastated European vineyards at the time and serves as a taunt to their adversaries.
Willette's use of caricature and mythology adds depth to this wartime propaganda piece, highlighting themes of resistance and national pride. This poster serves as a reminder of the resilience and spirit of the French people during one of history's darkest periods.
Displayed at Musee du Biterrois in Beziers, this print continues to evoke emotions and spark conversations about war, nationalism, and cultural identity in early 20th-century Europe.
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