Framed Print : Cartoon, The Optimist and the Pessimist
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Cartoon, The Optimist and the Pessimist
Cartoon, The Optimist and the Pessimist, showing two men reading the same news items about the war but reacting in very different ways. Date: 1915
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Media ID 14271295
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Attitude Concept Concepts Gloom Gloomy Good Media Negative News Newspaper Opinion Optimism Optimist Pessimism Pessimist Positive Press Reaction Scowling Unhappy Reacting
12"x10" Modern Frame
Brighten up your home or office with the wit and wisdom of the past. Our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse feature this iconic cartoon, "The Optimist and the Pessimist," from Mary Evans Prints Online. Dated back to 1915, this timeless piece depicts two men reading the same war news but reacting in starkly different ways. Add this thought-provoking and humorous artwork to your collection and let it serve as a reminder of the power of perspective. Order your Framed Print today and bring a touch of history and positivity into your space.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This cartoon, titled "The Optimist and the Pessimist," dates back to 1915, during the tumultuous period of the First World War. The image depicts two men, both intently focused on the same newspaper spread, which is filled with news about the ongoing conflict. While the optimist, with a serene expression and a hopeful gaze, turns the page with a smile, the pessimist, on the other hand, scowls deeply, his furrowed brow and clenched jaw reflecting his gloomy outlook on the same events. The contrast between the two men's reactions serves as a poignant reminder of the power of perspective and the importance of maintaining a positive attitude, even in the face of adversity. The concept of optimism versus pessimism was a prevalent theme during the First World War, as people grappled with the uncertainty and hardships of wartime. The media, including newspapers and the press, played a significant role in shaping public opinion during this time. While some news outlets focused on the grim realities of the war, others emphasized the progress being made and the eventual victory. This cartoon highlights the impact of media on people's attitudes and the importance of choosing to focus on the positive, even in the most challenging of circumstances. The Optimist and the Pessimist is a timeless piece that continues to resonate with audiences today, reminding us of the power of our perspective and the importance of maintaining a hopeful outlook, even in the face of adversity.
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