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CHT211314 Allegory of the British Empire strangling the world, satirical cartoon from Le Perroquet (Il Papagallo), 1878 (colour litho) by Italian School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; Italian, out of copyright
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This satirical cartoon from 1878, titled "Allegory of the British Empire strangling the world" is a thought-provoking and visually striking piece. Created by an Italian artist from the 19th century, it depicts a powerful allegorical representation of British imperialism. In this intricate artwork, we see an angelic figure representing the British Empire with its flag, the Union Jack, wrapped around the globe. The empire's dominance is symbolized by a snake-like creature coiled around various continents like India and Australia. This visual metaphor portrays how Britain's influence was perceived as suffocating and oppressive to other nations. The irony lies in the presence of other figures within this scene. We can spot political personalities such as Cavour, Mazzini, Dante, and Virgil observing this act of global domination. Additionally, a devilish character resembling Victor Emmanuel stands nearby while Adolphe Thiers watches on with apparent concern. Through clever caricature and symbolism, this print captures both the magnitude and consequences of British imperialism during that era. It serves as a reminder of how power dynamics shape civilizations and progress worldwide. Displayed in vibrant colors through lithography techniques popular at that time period, this artwork showcases not only artistic skill but also social commentary on imperialistic tendencies. Preserved in France's Bibliotheque Nationale archives today, it continues to provoke discussions about history and its impact on our present-day understanding of global politics.
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