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Acrylic Blox : BOER WAR CARTOON, 1899. The English Lion and the Boer Bull. The Afrikaner bull, with the head of Paul Krueger, attacks the British lion. French cartoon from a November 1899 issue of Le Petit Journal
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BOER WAR CARTOON, 1899. The English Lion and the Boer Bull. The Afrikaner bull, with the head of Paul Krueger, attacks the British lion. French cartoon from a November 1899 issue of Le Petit Journal
BOER WAR CARTOON, 1899.
The English Lion and the Boer Bull. The Afrikaner bull, with the head of Paul Krueger, attacks the British lion. French cartoon from a November 1899 issue of Le Petit Journal
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Media ID 6217917
1899 Boer Boer War Bull Field Lion Paul Scanpix South Africa Warfare Krueger
6"x4" (15x10cm) Acrylic Blox
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Estimated Product Size is 10.2cm x 15.2cm (4" x 6")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a powerful political cartoon from the Boer War era. Titled "The English Lion and the Boer Bull" this French illustration, originally published in November 1899 by Le Petit Journal, depicts the intense conflict between Britain and the Afrikaners in South Africa. In this thought-provoking image, we see an imposing British lion facing off against a formidable Afrikaner bull with the head of Paul Krueger, symbolizing their leader. The tension is palpable as these two iconic animals engage in battle on a symbolic level. The artist skillfully portrays the strength and determination of both sides through their chosen animal representations. The British lion embodies imperial power while exuding confidence despite its adversary's fierce attack. Meanwhile, the Afrikaner bull represents resilience and defiance as it charges forward with red eyes ablaze. This historical artifact not only serves as a visual representation of one of history's most significant conflicts but also offers insight into prevailing sentiments during that time period. It reminds us of how art can be used to convey complex political messages and evoke emotions related to war. Preserved by The Granger Collection in New York, this remarkable piece transports us back to late 19th-century warfare through its detailed imagery and artistic finesse.
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