Fine Art Print : CARTOON: ESTONIA, 1994. For fifty years I worked hard to keep you occupied - You
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CARTOON: ESTONIA, 1994. For fifty years I worked hard to keep you occupied - You
CARTOON: ESTONIA, 1994.
For fifty years I worked hard to keep you occupied - You have to pay me a pension now. Cartoon comment on the Russian demand that recently-independent Estonia provide pensions for occupying Russian soldiers. Cartoon by Edmund Valtman, 1994
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Media ID 13644568
1994 Edmund Occupation Officer Pension Political Russia Soviet Union Valtman Estonia Estonian
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the wit and historical commentary of Granger, NYC's "For fifty years I worked hard to keep you occupied - You" series with this fine art print of "ESTONIA, 1994." This humorous cartoon captures the political tension between Estonia and Russia during the transition to independence, with a clever nod to pensions. The Granger Collection's high-quality art prints bring timeless humor and thought-provoking commentary into your home or office. Add this unique piece to your collection from Media Storehouse's extensive range of Fine Art Prints, available through Granger Art on Demand.
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Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
The caption for the print of the cartoon "CARTOON: ESTONIA, 1994. For fifty years I worked hard to keep you occupied - You have to pay me a pension now" could be: "This thought-provoking cartoon by Edmund Valtman, created in 1994, captures the political tension surrounding Estonia's struggle for independence from Soviet occupation. The image depicts an elderly Estonian man confronting a Russian officer, symbolizing the demand made by Russia for pensions to be provided to occupying Russian soldiers. For half a century, Estonia had endured under Soviet rule and faced numerous hardships as its people fought tirelessly for their freedom. Now that they had finally achieved independence, this demand from Russia seemed unjust and ironic. The cartoon cleverly highlights this irony through the dialogue between the two characters. The artist's use of satire emphasizes how Estonia had been forced into submission and occupation for so long, with its citizens working diligently under oppressive conditions. Now that they were free, it was only fair that those who once occupied their land should bear some responsibility. This powerful visual commentary sheds light on the complex aftermath of Estonia's liberation and serves as a reminder of the struggles faced by nations striving for autonomy. "
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