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Cartoon, The Optimist and the Pessimist
Cartoon, The Optimist and the Pessimist, showing two men reading the same news items about the war but reacting in very different ways. Date: 1915
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Media ID 14271295
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Attitude Concept Concepts Gloom Gloomy Good Media Negative News Newspaper Opinion Optimism Optimist Pessimism Pessimist Positive Press Reaction Scowling Unhappy Reacting
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18cm x 24.4cm (7.1" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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
This cartoon, titled "The Optimist and the Pessimist," dates back to 1915, during the tumultuous period of the First World War. The image depicts two men, both intently focused on the same newspaper spread, which is filled with news about the ongoing conflict. While the optimist, with a serene expression and a hopeful gaze, turns the page with a smile, the pessimist, on the other hand, scowls deeply, his furrowed brow and clenched jaw reflecting his gloomy outlook on the same events. The contrast between the two men's reactions serves as a poignant reminder of the power of perspective and the importance of maintaining a positive attitude, even in the face of adversity. The concept of optimism versus pessimism was a prevalent theme during the First World War, as people grappled with the uncertainty and hardships of wartime. The media, including newspapers and the press, played a significant role in shaping public opinion during this time. While some news outlets focused on the grim realities of the war, others emphasized the progress being made and the eventual victory. This cartoon highlights the impact of media on people's attitudes and the importance of choosing to focus on the positive, even in the most challenging of circumstances. The Optimist and the Pessimist is a timeless piece that continues to resonate with audiences today, reminding us of the power of our perspective and the importance of maintaining a hopeful outlook, even in the face of adversity.
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