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Fine Art Print : German propaganda postcard, two Kaisers, WW1
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German propaganda postcard, two Kaisers, WW1
German propaganda postcard, Unity is Strength (Einigkeit macht stark), depicting Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany and Emperor Franz Josef of Austro-Hungary in uniform, shaking hands. Date: 1914-1918
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Austria Austrian Austro Franz Hands Hungary Josef Kaiser Powers Propaganda Shaking Stark Strength Unity Wilhelm Macht
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating German propaganda postcard from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive. Dated between 1914-1918, this evocative image showcases two powerful monarchs, Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany and Emperor Franz Josef of Austro-Hungary, extending a hand of unity and strength in the midst of World War I. Add this historical masterpiece to your collection and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 34.3cm x 53.3cm (13.5" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative German propaganda postcard, titled "Unity is Strength" (Einigkeit macht stark), dates back to the tumultuous years of World War I. The image captures a moment of apparent camaraderie between two European monarchs, Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany and Emperor Franz Josef of Austro-Hungary, as they shake hands in their military uniforms. The postcard, produced between 1914 and 1918, was a powerful tool used to promote the idea of unity among the Central Powers during a time of great conflict. The central figures, both resplendent in their military attire, stand against a backdrop of waving flags, symbolizing the unity of their respective countries. The men, surrounded by their troops and soldiers, exude an air of authority and determination. The image is a stark reminder of the complex political alliances and tensions that fueled the First World War. The postcard's caption, "Unity is Strength," underscores the idea that the strength of the Central Powers lay in their unity. This message was particularly important during the early stages of the war, when the Allied Powers seemed to hold the upper hand. The image of the two emperors, shaking hands in a show of unity, was meant to inspire hope and bolster morale among the German and Austro-Hungarian populations. The postcard is a poignant reminder of the historical significance of this period, and the complex web of political alliances and tensions that shaped the course of World War I. It is a powerful reminder of the importance of unity in times of conflict, and the role that propaganda played in shaping public opinion during this pivotal moment in history.
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