Lemot Achille 1846 1909 Collection
Achille Lemot (1846-1909) was a renowned illustrator whose works in Le Pelerin showcased his satirical and thought-provoking style
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Achille Lemot (1846-1909) was a renowned illustrator whose works in Le Pelerin showcased his satirical and thought-provoking style. In 1906, he created "Satirical in Colours, " an illustration that boldly depicted the impending clash between religion and the separation of church and state. The piece featured prominent figures such as Clemenceau George and Briand Aristide, symbolizing the political turmoil surrounding this issue. Lemot's artistic prowess extended beyond politics; he also delved into social commentary. One of his notable pieces portrayed the radical-socialist boat sailing towards perdition, threatened by both elections in 1910 and socialism represented by a shark carrying a bag of gold or silver marked with the sum 15. The artist did not shy away from controversial topics either. His cartoon depicting the assassination of Nasser Ed Din, Shah of Persia, shed light on historical events while capturing public attention. Additionally, Lemot's antisemitic caricature for "Le-Pelerin" raised eyebrows as it targeted Jacob splitting money at a commercial school. Religion played a significant role in many of Lemot's illustrations. He explored faith through vibrant depictions such as maritime scenes featuring Christian crosses or Catholic symbols like the Golden Calf. Furthermore, his artwork highlighted religious conflicts during colonization efforts in Libya Tunisia or commemorated important dates like Bastille Day with references to Marianne and Jeanne d'Arc. Lemot also tackled contemporary issues like antisemitism during times of political upheaval such as the Dreyfus Affair. Through powerful imagery involving Jesus, Judas, Alfred Dreyfus (a Jewish officer wrongly accused), and ministerial reshuffles tied to silver interests - he aimed to provoke discussion around these sensitive subjects.