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Fine Art Print : A Quick Change of Front, by C. Harrison
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A Quick Change of Front, by C. Harrison
A Quick Change of Front. A German shopkeeper, being a purveyor of Teutonic delicatessen products, makes a quick change once hostilities between Germany and England begin. Instead of Johann Schmidt, he becomes John Smith and sells Cambridge sausages instead of Frankfurters, Ginger beer and lemonade instead of hock, and Melton Mowbray pork pies in place of Strassburg pie. His dachshund dog is replaced by a more British looking terrier. Date: 1914
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Anti Change Dachshund Delicatessen Germans Harrison Johann Pies Pork Products Quick Sausages Schmidt Shopkeeper Shopkeepers Anglicised Frankfurters Hock Purveyor Smith
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and intrigue of Europe's past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "A Quick Change of Front" by C. Harrison, showcases a German shopkeeper in a moment of transformation as tensions between Germany and England begin to rise. With rights managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, this print is not only a stunning addition to your home or office decor, but also a thought-provoking conversation starter. Bring history to life with our high-quality Fine Art Prints, perfect for collectors, historians, and anyone with an appreciation for the beauty and storytelling power of art.
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 53.3cm x 34.2cm (21" x 13.5")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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A Quick Change of Front: A Humorous Depiction of Anti-German Sentiment during World War I This print, titled "A Quick Change of Front" by C. Harrison, offers a glimpse into the societal shifts that occurred during the early days of World War I. The image portrays a German shopkeeper, once a proud purveyor of Teutonic delicatessen products, making a hasty transformation into an English shopkeeper selling distinctly British items. As hostilities between Germany and England began, the shopkeeper, named Johann Schmidt, found it necessary to adapt quickly to the changing political climate. In this humorous cartoon, he is shown shedding his German identity and becoming John Smith. The shop's offerings also underwent a significant change. Frankfurters were replaced with Cambridge sausages, hock with ginger beer and lemonade, and Strassburg pie with Melton Mowbray pork pies. Even the shop's dachshund dog was replaced with a more British-looking terrier. This quick change of front was a reflection of the anti-German sentiment that was sweeping across the United Kingdom during this period. The print, which dates back to 1914, serves as a poignant reminder of the ways in which people and businesses adapted to the changing political landscape during the First World War. The cartoon's humorous take on the situation adds an interesting layer to the historical narrative. It provides a glimpse into the lighter side of a time marked by significant upheaval and change. This print is a valuable addition to any collection focused on World War I, anti-German sentiment, or the social history of the era.
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