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ANTI-RUSSIAN CARTOON, 1890. The Russian bear moves through central Asia to threaten Afghanistan
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ANTI-RUSSIAN CARTOON, 1890. The Russian bear moves through central Asia to threaten Afghanistan
ANTI-RUSSIAN CARTOON, 1890.
The Russian bear moves through central Asia to threaten Afghanistan and Persia. Cartoon, 1890
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This print titled "ANTI-RUSSIAN CARTOON, 1890" takes us back to a significant period in history. The image depicts a powerful allegory of the Russian bear menacingly advancing through central Asia towards Afghanistan and Persia. Created during the late 19th century, this cartoon serves as a political commentary on Russia's expansionist ambitions and colonial aspirations. The personification of Russia as a bear symbolizes its strength, dominance, and carnivorous nature. The intricate details in the artwork highlight the bear's sharp claws and fangs, emphasizing the danger it poses to neighboring nations. This visual representation cleverly combines biology with politics, using zoological elements to convey complex geopolitical messages. At a time when empires were vying for control over territories, this anti-Russian cartoon reflects growing concerns about Russian imperialism in Central Asia. It captures the anxieties surrounding potential threats faced by Afghanistan and Persia from their formidable neighbor. As we gaze upon this historical artifact frozen in time, we are reminded of how art can be used as an effective tool for social commentary. Through satire and symbolism, artists like 140_1682103 sought to shed light on political issues that shaped our world at the turn of the century.
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