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Fine Art Print : Cartoon by John T. McCutcheon for the Chicago Tribune, April 1920, critical of the members of the League of Nations for failing to uphold their mandate to promote world peace and instead sowing the seeds of war
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Cartoon by John T. McCutcheon for the Chicago Tribune, April 1920, critical of the members of the League of Nations for failing to uphold their mandate to promote world peace and instead sowing the seeds of war
LEAGUE OF NATIONS CARTOON.
Cartoon by John T. McCutcheon for the Chicago Tribune, April 1920, critical of the members of the League of Nations for failing to uphold their mandate to promote world peace and instead sowing the seeds of war
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Media ID 10505571
1920 April League Of Nations Nation Newspaper Pacifist Politics Seed Sowing Spring Uncle Sam Chicago Tribune Mccutcheon
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with this powerful and poignant piece from the past. Our Fine Art Prints collection features this iconic cartoon by John T. McCutcheon from the Chicago Tribune, April 1920. Titled "League of Nations," this image critically depicts the members of the League for their failure to uphold their mandate for world peace and instead, sowing the seeds of war. This historic art piece is part of The Granger Collection from Granger Art on Demand, bringing you a piece of history to display in your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 47cm (16.5" x 18.5")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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.
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The cartoon by John T. McCutcheon, published in the Chicago Tribune in April 1920, is a scathing critique of the League of Nations and its failure to fulfill its mission of promoting world peace. The image depicts Uncle Sam, representing the United States, standing amidst a field sowing seeds labeled "war" instead of "peace". This powerful visual metaphor highlights the disillusionment felt by many towards an organization that was meant to prevent conflicts but seemed to be exacerbating them. McCutcheon's cartoon captures the sentiment prevalent during that time period when nations were grappling with the aftermath of World War I and seeking solutions to avoid future global conflicts. It criticizes not only the League members for their inability to uphold their mandate but also questions their true intentions. The artist's use of symbolism is striking; it portrays war as something deliberately planted and nurtured rather than being an inevitable consequence. By depicting Uncle Sam as the one responsible for sowing these destructive seeds, McCutcheon implies that even powerful nations like America are complicit in perpetuating violence. This thought-provoking artwork serves as a reminder that noble aspirations can sometimes be overshadowed by political interests and power struggles. It challenges viewers to question whether international organizations truly have humanity's best interests at heart or if they are merely pawns in a larger geopolitical game. Overall, this cartoon offers a poignant commentary on how well-intentioned initiatives can go astray when those entrusted with upholding them fail to prioritize peace over personal gain or
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