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Die Herren der Welt (The Masters of the World. When
Die Herren der Welt (The Masters of the World. When the kings of industry are mad, the common people suffer), cover of Simplicissimus magazine, 1922. Critique of the power of big industries. Illustration by Thomas Theodor Heine. Litography
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(The Masters of the World), a powerful and thought-provoking cover illustration from the German satirical magazine Simplicissimus in 1922, offers a stark critique of the unchecked power of big industries and their detrimental impact on common people. Created by renowned German artist Thomas Theodor Heine through the technique of lithography, this vertical, upright, colorful scene depicts a wrestling match between industrialists, each representing a different industry, with the common people suffering beneath them. The industrialists, portrayed as muscular and aggressive wrestlers, are shown contaminating the environment with smokestacks spewing out pollution, while the people beneath them are depicted as helpless and suffering from the effects of this industrial onslaught. The allegorical image serves as a powerful commentary on the consequences of unchecked industrialization and the secondary sector's dominance over the primary sector. The title "When the kings of industry are mad, the common people suffer" underscores the message that the actions of those in power can have far-reaching and devastating effects on the most vulnerable members of society. The use of caricature and allegory in the illustration adds to its impact, making it a poignant reminder of the need for balance and responsibility in the face of industrial power. This powerful image continues to resonate with audiences today, offering a timely critique of the consequences of unchecked corporate power and the importance of social responsibility.
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