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An allegory about the peace negotiations at end of WW1
A rather biased allegorical illustration by Fortunino Matania showing Justice, with her foot on the prostrate giant of Germany, holding her sword in one hand and scales in another, weight the helmet and sword of Germany. Beside her are women, children and the elderly who have suffered through the actions of Germany. A mine and sinking ship is shown behind her, a reminder of the U-boat campaign and the loss of civilians including women and children at sea. Beside her, a woman calls for vengeance above the body of her dead child and another woman and old man point avenging fingers at the fallen figure of Germany. Date: 1919
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mar
Allegorical Allegory Anti Conference Elderly Fortunino Justice Matania Negotiations Peace Scales Symbolic Symbolism 1919 Biased
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 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 23x19 inches (584x482mm). 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 39.6cm x 25.5cm (15.6" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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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This powerful and thought-provoking image captures the sentiment of the peace negotiations at the end of World War I. Created by Fortunino Matania in 1919, this allegorical illustration depicts Justice standing triumphantly over the prostrate figure of Germany, symbolizing the consequences of their actions during the war.
With her foot on Germany's back, Justice holds a sword in one hand and scales in another, weighing their helmet and sword. Surrounding her are women, children, and elderly individuals who have suffered greatly as a result of Germany's actions. A mine and sinking ship loom in the background as a stark reminder of the civilian casualties caused by Germany's U-boat campaign.
The emotions portrayed in this image are raw and intense - a woman mourns over her dead child while others point accusing fingers at Germany. The symbolism is clear: there is a call for vengeance against those responsible for such devastation.
As we reflect on this historical moment through Matania's biased yet poignant depiction, we are reminded of the complexities and repercussions of war. This print serves as a visual representation of justice seeking to right the wrongs committed during one of history's most devastating conflicts.
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