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"Le nouveau Gargantua. Mr. Germain Martin n'arrive pas a le nourrir. Mr Herriot ne peut s'empecher d'admirer un si robuste appetit" ("The new Gargantua. Mr. Germain Martin can not feed him. For Mr)
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"Le nouveau Gargantua. Mr. Germain Martin n'arrive pas a le nourrir. Mr Herriot ne peut s'empecher d'admirer un si robuste appetit" ("The new Gargantua. Mr. Germain Martin can not feed him. For Mr)
3569308 "Le nouveau Gargantua. Mr. Germain Martin n'arrive pas a le nourrir. Mr Herriot ne peut s'empecher d'admirer un si robuste appetit" ("The new Gargantua. Mr. Germain Martin can not feed him. For Mr. Herriot nothing remains but to admire his hearty appetite."); photomontage; (add.info.: 1932
Photographer: Kjeldgaard Marinus Jacob); Alinari Archives, Florence
Media ID 38442962
© Alinari Archives, Florence / Bridgeman Images
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In this whimsical and satirical photomontage titled "Le nouveau Gargantua," we see Mr. Germain Martin struggling to feed a larger-than-life figure, reminiscent of the legendary giant Gargantua. Despite his best efforts, Mr. Martin simply cannot keep up with the insatiable appetite of this imposing character.
Meanwhile, in the background, we see Mr. Herriot looking on in amazement at the voracious eater before him. His expression is one of both amusement and admiration for such a robust appetite.
This image captures a moment of humor and political commentary, as it reflects on themes of excess and gluttony within society. The exaggerated proportions of the figure serve as a metaphor for larger societal issues that may be consuming resources beyond what can be sustained.
Through clever manipulation and composition, the photographer Kjeldgaard Marinus Jacob has created a thought-provoking piece that invites viewers to contemplate their own relationship with consumption and abundance.
Overall, "Le nouveau Gargantua" is not just a playful visual representation but also an insightful commentary on human nature and societal dynamics that continue to resonate today.
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