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Death telling Kaiser Wilhelm that he will never eat bread made from wheat grown on the corpses and tombs of French soldiers, 13 April, 1916 (litho)
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Death telling Kaiser Wilhelm that he will never eat bread made from wheat grown on the corpses and tombs of French soldiers, 13 April, 1916 (litho)
DGC308172 Death telling Kaiser Wilhelm that he will never eat bread made from wheat grown on the corpses and tombs of French soldiers, 13 April, 1916 (litho) by Iribe, Paul (1883-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: cartoon from a special edition of the humorous 1st World War magazine, La Baionette, produced to entertain French soldiers; Wilhelm II (1859-1941), King of Prussia and Emperor of Germany (1888-1918); ); Prismatic Pictures
Media ID 24725734
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In this haunting lithograph, Death himself confronts Kaiser Wilhelm, delivering a chilling message that resonates with the horrors of war. The image captures a pivotal moment in history on April 13th, 1916. Death stands tall and skeletal, his presence both macabre and allegorical. The scene unfolds as Death taunts the German Emperor with a powerful declaration: he will never taste bread made from wheat grown on the corpses and tombs of French soldiers. This grim reaper's statement serves as a poignant reminder of the devastating consequences of conflict. Created by Paul Iribe for La Baionette, a humorous magazine aimed at entertaining French soldiers during World War I, this cartoon employs dark humor to convey its message. The caricatured figure of Kaiser Wilhelm II looms beside Death, emphasizing his role in perpetuating the war. The artist's use of vivid imagery evokes strong emotions within viewers. The skeleton-like figure represents not only death but also the haunting specter that lingers over battlefields where countless lives were lost. This lithograph encapsulates the horror and futility experienced during World War I while offering biting commentary on those who bear responsibility for such senseless destruction. It serves as a stark reminder that even leaders are subject to death's ultimate power and cannot escape its grasp or avoid facing their own actions in life.
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