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Why do we need costumes, if the women don t wear anything anyhow? : The decadence of post-World War I Germany portrayed by Eduard Thony in a 1921 cartoon drawn for the satirical German weekly magazine, Simplicissimus
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Why do we need costumes, if the women don t wear anything anyhow? : The decadence of post-World War I Germany portrayed by Eduard Thony in a 1921 cartoon drawn for the satirical German weekly magazine, Simplicissimus
GERMANY, 1920s: CARTOON
Why do we need costumes, if the women don t wear anything anyhow? : The decadence of post-World War I Germany portrayed by Eduard Thony in a 1921 cartoon drawn for the satirical German weekly magazine, Simplicissimus
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1921 Celebration Edward Jazz Age Magazine Party Post War Roaring Twenties Simplicissimus Weimar Republic
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This print captures the essence of post-World War I Germany in the 1920s, a time of both celebration and decadence. The cartoon, drawn by Eduard Thony for the satirical German weekly magazine Simplicissimus, offers a thought-provoking commentary on societal norms during this era. Titled "Why do we need costumes if the women don't wear anything anyhow?", this cartoon depicts a scene from an extravagant party in Weimar Republic Germany. The artist skillfully portrays the spirit of the Roaring Twenties, also known as the Jazz Age, where traditional values were challenged and new freedoms emerged. Thony's illustration highlights the contrast between men dressed in elaborate costumes while women appear scantily clad or even nude. This juxtaposition serves as a critique on gender roles and expectations prevalent at that time. It reflects society's evolving attitudes towards sexuality and liberation following years of war. The image not only showcases Thony's artistic talent but also provides valuable insight into the cultural climate of early 20th-century Germany. It invites viewers to reflect upon themes such as excess, hedonism, and social change that characterized this period. As we gaze upon this striking piece of art, it reminds us that history is often best understood through visual representations like cartoons which capture both humor and criticism simultaneously.
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