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The Royal Cake, or The Western Empires sharing China between them, 1898 (litho)
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The Royal Cake, or The Western Empires sharing China between them, 1898 (litho)
XEE4412116 The Royal Cake, or The Western Empires sharing China between them, 1898 (litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99); Private Collection; (add.info.: Yellow Peril: representatives of Western powers (from left to right: Queen of England Victoria (1837-1901), German Emperor William II (1859-1941), Tsar Nicholas II (1868-1941) of Russia, Marianne, symbol of France, and Emperor of Japan Mutsuhito (1852-1912) share the Asian continent ferocently, a large part of which is already attributed to China from Le Petit Journal, 16th January 1898); Stefano Bianchetti
Media ID 38063410
© Stefano Bianchetti / Bridgeman Images
Cake Dessert Epiphany Galette Marianne Nicholas Ii 1868 1918 Nicholas Ii Tsar Of Russia 1868 1918 Romanov Tsar Victoria 1819 1901 Wilhelm Ii Of Germany 1859 1941 Yellow Peril Asian Asian Newspapers
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The lithograph print titled "The Royal Cake, or The Western Empires sharing China between them, 1898" by Henri Meyer is a satirical depiction of the division of power in Asia during the late 19th century. In this artwork, we see Queen Victoria of England, German Emperor William II, Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, Marianne representing France, and Emperor Mutsuhito of Japan greedily dividing up China like a dessert.
This image captures the imperialistic ambitions and competition among Western powers for control over Chinese territories. The concept of the "Yellow Peril" is evident as these leaders assert their dominance over Asia with no regard for the sovereignty of China.
The intricate details in this lithograph highlight the political tensions and power struggles that defined this era in history. Each figure symbolizes their respective country's interests and aspirations for expansion.
"The Royal Cake" serves as a reminder of the complex dynamics at play during this period and sheds light on how colonial powers viewed themselves as superior to Asian nations. It is a thought-provoking piece that invites viewers to reflect on past injustices and inequalities perpetuated by imperialism.
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