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A troublesome egg to hatch
A troublesome egg to hatch. Illustration shows the rulers of Russia, Germany, Italy, Austria, France, and England, as chickens trying to hatch a large egg labeled China. A chicken labeled Japan stands in the background with Uncle Sam, also as a chicken, perched on a fence in the rear. Date 1901 April 6. A troublesome egg to hatch. Illustration shows the rulers of Russia, Germany, Italy, Austria, France, and England, as chickens trying to hatch a large egg labeled China. A chicken labeled Japan stands in the background with Uncle Sam, also as a chicken, perched on a fence in the rear. Date 1901 April 6
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Discover the whimsical and thought-provoking 'A Troublesome Egg to Hatch' poster print from Media Storehouse. This unique illustration, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, playfully depicts the rulers of Russia, Germany, Italy, Austria, France, and England as determined chickens trying to hatch an oversized egg labeled 'China'. Add a touch of humor and international intrigue to your walls with this captivating and intriguing poster print. Part of the Media Storehouse range of high-quality poster prints, this piece is sure to spark conversation and bring character to any space."
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 37.7cm (23.4" x 14.8")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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April 6, 1901. This political cartoon, published in Puck magazine, depicts a group of European powers attempting to hatch an oversized egg labeled "China," symbolizing their desire for influence and control over the country. The rulers of Russia, Germany, Italy, Austria, and France are shown as chickens, each taking turns to sit on the egg. In the background, a chicken labeled "Japan" stands watchfully, while "Uncle Sam" as a chicken perches on a fence, observing the scene. The hatching process is proving to be a difficult and contentious one, reflecting the complex geopolitical dynamics at play in East Asia at the turn of the 20th century. The cartoonist's use of anthropomorphized animals adds a humorous yet insightful commentary on the power struggles and tensions between these major world powers. The image serves as a reminder of the historical context leading up to the Russo-Japanese War and the scramble for influence in Asia.
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