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Metal Print : Kill the women and children!, front cover of Le Rire Rouge, 6 March 1915 (colour litho)
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Kill the women and children!, front cover of Le Rire Rouge, 6 March 1915 (colour litho)
STC195059 Kill the women and children!, front cover of Le Rire Rouge, 6 March 1915 (colour litho) by Lanos, Henri (1859-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: name changed from Le Fire Rouge for duration of First World War; Tuer des femmes et des enfants!; ); The Stapleton Collection
Media ID 25142438
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
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16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring a piece of historical art into your home with the Media Storehouse Metal Print of 'Kill the women and children!' from Le Rire Rouge, 6 March 1915. This powerful and poignant image, created by Henri Lanos, originally appeared as a color lithograph during World War I. Our premium Metal Prints offer vibrant colors and stunning detail, ensuring that every aspect of this iconic work is brought to life. Hang this thought-provoking piece in your living room, office, or gallery space for a conversation-starting addition to your decor. With a durable and waterproof finish, our Metal Prints are perfect for high-traffic areas and can be easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Preserve this piece of history and add depth to your space with a Media Storehouse Metal Print.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
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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The front cover of Le Rire Rouge, dated 6 March 1915, presents a striking image that encapsulates the destruction and horror of World War I. The colour lithograph print by Henri Lanos depicts a scene of chaos and devastation with the caption "Kill the women and children!" emblazoned across it. In this powerful artwork, a giant hand descends from above, crushing buildings and engulfing them in flames. An airship hovers ominously in the background while missiles rain down upon a cityscape already reduced to rubble. The artist's use of vivid colours adds to the inferno-like atmosphere, intensifying the sense of despair. This cartoonish representation serves as a scathing critique on war itself, highlighting its indiscriminate nature and its devastating impact on innocent lives. By emphasizing the callousness expressed in the caption, Lanos confronts viewers with an uncomfortable truth about conflict: that even those who are not directly involved become victims. Published during a time when French satirical magazines played an important role in shaping public opinion, this front cover aimed to provoke thought and raise awareness about the horrors unfolding during World War I. It captures both the destructive power unleashed by modern weaponry like zeppelins and rockets as well as society's growing disillusionment with war. Today, this print stands as a poignant reminder of humanity's capacity for violence and serves as an enduring symbol against warfare's catastrophic consequences.
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