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After the election, illustration from Le Petit Journal, Supplement Illustre
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After the election, illustration from Le Petit Journal, Supplement Illustre
REV279467 After the election, illustration from Le Petit Journal, Supplement Illustre, 2nd September 1893 (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99); 45x31 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Apres l election; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 23382296
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Arrogant Bowing Candidate Cigar Clog Clogs Disdain Electioneering Elections Farmers Fooled Frock Coat Hypocrite Naive Peasants Rallying Scorn Support Surprise Surprised Top Hat Trick Trickery Vote Voter Waving
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After the Election - A Satirical Snapshot of Political Trickery
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. This photo print, titled "After the election" captures a moment of post-election chaos and disillusionment in 19th-century France. Illustrated by Henri Meyer for Le Petit Journal, Supplement Illustre on September 2nd, 1893, this colorful lithograph measures 45x31 cm and is now part of a private collection. The scene unfolds in an idyllic rural setting where farmers and peasants gather to greet their newly elected candidate. However, what appears to be a joyous occasion quickly turns into one filled with surprise and disdain. The illustration satirically portrays the naivety of these rural voters as they are fooled by the tricks of an arrogant politician. With his frock coat waving in the wind and cigar in hand, the cunning candidate ignores his supporters while bowing hypocritically towards a group of urban elites wearing top hats. The villagers' faces reflect both surprise at being deceived and scorn for their own gullibility. Amidst this chaotic gathering, clogs are kicked off in frustration while hats are raised in disbelief. The artist skillfully depicts the stark contrast between farmer and politician - one representing simplicity and honesty, while the other symbolizes trickery and manipulation. Through this thought-provoking image, Meyer highlights timeless themes such as electoral campaigns fraught with deceitful tactics that often leave ordinary citizens feeling ignored or betrayed. It serves as a reminder that even over a century later, political
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