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Cartoon, The final shot
Cartoon, The final shot. The armistice might have been signed, but there are still bills to pay. While he pays for their expensive meal, she nonchalantly powders her nose. Date: 1919
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Media ID 14292754
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Bill Bills Bucket Champagne Diners Dining Expensive Final Makeup Meal Money Monocle Nonchalant Nose Partner Paying Postwar Powder Powdering Restaurant Restaurants Satire Satirical Shot Tablecloth Waiter Waiting 1919 Fashionable
6"x4" (15x10cm) Acrylic Blox
Your photographic print is held in place by magnets and a micro thin sheet of metal covering the back of a 20mm piece of clear acrylic. Your print is held in place with magnets so can easily be replaced if needed.
Streamlined, one sided modern and attractive table top print
Estimated Product Size is 10.2cm x 15.2cm (4" x 6")
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.
The Final Shot
EDITORS COMMENTS
(1919): A Bitter-Sweet Moment of Postwar Reality Amidst the euphoria of the armistice signing and the promise of a new beginning, the harsh realities of the postwar world were starting to set in. In this satirical cartoon by an unknown artist, a well-dressed man, donning a monocle and a fashionable hat, pays an extravagant bill at a fancy restaurant. His partner, seemingly unfazed, casually powders her nose with a powder puff, a champagne bucket and two empty glasses in the background. The elegant white tablecloth, the waiter poised and ready to present the bill, and the expensive meal and drinks all serve as a stark reminder of the financial burdens that came with the aftermath of the war. The couple, engrossed in their own world, oblivious to the economic struggles that lay ahead, exemplify the contrast between the joyous celebrations and the bitter-sweet reality of the postwar era. The cartoon, published in 1919, offers a satirical commentary on the dichotomy of the moment, highlighting the stark contrast between the jubilant mood and the harsh economic realities that followed the end of the war. The couple's nonchalant attitude towards the mounting bills, coupled with their fashionable attire and expensive tastes, adds a layer of irony to the situation, making for a thought-provoking and insightful piece of historical art. This cartoon, with its intricate details and nuanced commentary, is a must-have for any collection of historical art, satire, or social commentary. It offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in history, inviting viewers to reflect on the complexities of the postwar era and the human condition.
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