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BOER WAR CARTOON, 1899. Britannia Consolatrix
BOER WAR CARTOON, 1899.
Britannia Consolatrix. An 1899 cartoon from Punch by John Tenniel on the newly-organized Transvaal War relief Fund for the widows and orphans of British soldiers killed in the war, Queen Victoria having subscribed 1, 000 pounds
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Media ID 12403406
1899 Boer War Britannia British Empire Charity Child Colonialism Dutch Helmet Orphan Personification Politics Punch Queen Relief South Africa Tenniel Transvaal Victoria Victorian Widow
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating BOER WAR CARTOON, 1899. Britannia Consolatrix print from Media Storehouse's collection, in partnership with Granger Art on Demand. This classic cartoon by John Tenniel, originally published in Punch magazine, depicts Britannia offering comfort to a grieving widow amidst the backdrop of the newly-organized Transvaal War relief Fund. Add a touch of historical charm to your space with this intriguing piece of art that captures the essence of the Boer War era.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 54.5cm (16.5" x 21.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
BOER WAR CARTOON, 1899. Britannia Consolatrix. This print captures a powerful political cartoon from the late 19th century, created by the renowned artist John Tenniel for Punch magazine. Titled 'Britannia Consolatrix, ' this artwork symbolizes the newly-organized Transvaal War relief Fund established to aid the widows and orphans of British soldiers who lost their lives in the Boer War. In this thought-provoking illustration, Queen Victoria herself is depicted as Britannia, wearing her royal regalia and a helmet representing her commitment to protecting her empire. With great compassion, she subscribes £1,000 towards supporting those affected by war. The cartoon also features two children - a young boy and girl - personifying the innocent victims of conflict. The boy represents Britain's colonial interests in South Africa while the girl signifies Dutch influence in Transvaal. Together they stand as poignant reminders of how war affects not only soldiers but also civilians caught in its path. Tenniel's skillful artistry highlights both charity and politics intertwined during this turbulent period of history. This image serves as a testament to Queen Victoria's dedication to providing relief for those suffering due to imperial conflicts. A true reflection of turn-of-the-century sentiments, this historical piece offers us an opportunity to reflect on themes such as colonialism, national identity, and humanitarian efforts amidst times of strife.
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