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An employer sacks one of his employees, from Crimes and Punishments, special
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An employer sacks one of his employees, from Crimes and Punishments, special
BAL366894 An employer sacks one of his employees, from Crimes and Punishments, special edition of L Assiette au Beurre, 1st March 1902 (colour litho) by Vallotton, Felix Edouard (1865-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crimes et Chatiments; Caption: Ten past one... Monsieur, you are now longer part of this company! ; ); Swiss, out of copyright
Media ID 12867722
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Authority Boss Fired Injustice Late Sacking Timing Redundancy Redundant
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print titled "An employer sacks one of his employees" we are transported back in time to witness a moment of great significance. The artwork, created by Felix Edouard Vallotton in 1902, captures the tension and injustice that often accompanies the exercise of authority. The scene unfolds within the confines of an office space, where a stern-looking employer stands before his now former employee. With a sense of finality, he delivers the devastating news: "Ten past one. . . Monsieur, you are no longer part of this company!". The weighty words hang heavy in the air as they mark the end of an era for this unfortunate individual. Vallotton's masterful use of color lithography brings life to this poignant illustration from Crimes and Punishments. The vibrant hues serve as a stark contrast to the somber atmosphere surrounding this act of termination. As viewers, we cannot help but empathize with both parties involved - feeling sympathy for the dismissed worker while also recognizing that such actions were not uncommon during that era. This thought-provoking piece touches on themes such as redundancy, tardiness, and power dynamics within workplaces. It serves as a reminder that even though times have changed since its creation over a century ago, issues related to employment and authority continue to resonate today.
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