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L'âne de Buridan entre deux opinions, 1859. Creator: Cham
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L'âne de Buridan entre deux opinions, 1859. Creator: Cham
L'ane de Buridan entre deux opinions, 1859. Public opinion indecisive between war and peace (hesitant whether France should intervene in Italy). Series: Actualites; Periodical: Le Charivari, Friday, 29 April 1859
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L'âne de Buridan entre deux opinions,
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or "The Donkey of Buridan Caught between Two Opinions," is a powerful and thought-provoking lithograph created by the renowned French caricaturist Cham in 1859. This intriguing image was originally published in the French satirical magazine Le Charivari on the Friday, 29th of April, as part of the series "Actualités." The allegorical print depicts a donkey, symbolizing public opinion, standing between two bales of hay labeled "War" and "Peace." The donkey, with a puzzled expression, appears hesitant and unable to make a decision, reflecting the indecisiveness of the French population regarding France's involvement in the ongoing conflict in Italy. The background of the print is filled with various allegorical figures representing different European countries and continents, including America and Europe. The god of war, Mars, is shown in the upper left corner, urging the donkey towards war, while the goddess Marianne, the symbol of France, is seen in the upper right corner, advocating for peace. This piece of 19th-century art, with its intricate lettering and detailed graphics, offers a fascinating glimpse into the political climate of the time. It is a testament to Cham's artistic skill and his ability to use humor and satire to comment on the major issues of the day. Today, this lithograph is an essential part of the heritage art collection at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), providing valuable insights into the historical, cultural, and artistic context of the 19th century.
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