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Fine Art Print : The Worlds Plunderers. Germany, England, and Russia grab what they can of Africa and Asia. American cartoon by Thomas Nast, 1885
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The Worlds Plunderers. Germany, England, and Russia grab what they can of Africa and Asia. American cartoon by Thomas Nast, 1885
CARTOON: IMPERIALISM, 1885.
The Worlds Plunderers. Germany, England, and Russia grab what they can of Africa and Asia. American cartoon by Thomas Nast, 1885
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1885 Africa Asia Bismarck Colonialism Germany Globe John Bull Nast Otto Personification Political Action Russia Russian Sack Satire Victorian World
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This thought-provoking piece, titled "The World's Plunderers" by Thomas Nast, dates back to 1885. Witness the powerful depiction of imperialism as Germany, England, and Russia aggressively carve up Africa and Asia in this iconic American cartoon. Add this historical masterpiece to your home or office to spark intriguing conversations and ignite your imagination. Order your Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse today and bring a piece of the past into your present.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This powerful and thought-provoking print by Thomas Nast, created in 1885, captures the essence of imperialism during that era. Titled "The Worlds Plunderers" it depicts Germany, England, and Russia as personifications greedily grabbing what they can from Africa and Asia. The cartoon serves as a scathing satire on colonialism. In the image, each country is represented by a figure: John Bull for England, Otto von Bismarck for Germany, and a Russian character symbolizing Russia. They are shown with large sacks labeled with their respective countries' names, filled to the brim with resources plundered from these continents. Nast's use of symbolism is striking; he portrays Africa and Asia as helpless victims being exploited by these imperial powers. The globe in the background further emphasizes the global impact of this exploitation. During this period of Victorian imperialism, many European nations sought to expand their empires through colonization and resource extraction. This cartoon highlights not only the actions of these specific countries but also criticizes imperialism as a whole. Thomas Nast was known for his political cartoons which often tackled social issues or criticized political figures. His work played an influential role in shaping public opinion during that time. Overall, this print serves as a reminder of the darker aspects of history when powerful nations took advantage of weaker ones for their own gain. It prompts viewers to reflect on past injustices while urging them to strive towards a more equitable future.
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