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Travail produit, mais souvent a autrui. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1906 (colour litho)
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Travail produit, mais souvent a autrui. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1906 (colour litho)
3101439 Travail produit, mais souvent a autrui. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1906 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Travail produit, mais souvent a autrui. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 14 October 1906.); © Look and Learn
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This vibrant and whimsical lithograph captures the essence of French humor and satire in the early 20th century. Titled "Travail produit, mais souvent a autrui" which translates to "Work produced, but often for others" this illustration was created for Le Pele-Mele magazine on October 14,1906. The scene depicts a comical situation where two men are watering plants on their respective balconies. One man diligently waters his own flowers with a watering can while the other man lazily sprays water onto his neighbor's balcony below. The image cleverly highlights the theme of labor being done by one person but benefiting another. The artist's skillful use of color and detail brings life to this satirical cartoon. The lush green trees in the background add depth to the composition, contrasting with the colorful flowers adorning each balcony. This playful artwork not only entertains viewers with its amusing narrative but also serves as social commentary on human nature and societal dynamics. "Travail produit, mais souvent a autrui" is an excellent example of French wit and artistic expression from that era. It showcases how art can convey messages through humor while reflecting cultural values and attitudes towards work ethics.
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