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Cartoon indicting the hypocrisy and double standards of Western Europe in their criticism
CHT293260 Cartoon indicting the hypocrisy and double standards of Western Europe in their criticism and behaviour towards China and the Ottoman Empire; by Lemot, A (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: in 1902 the French Government expelled priests and nuns from France; 1899-1901 the Chinese Boxer rebellion involved persecution of Christians; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23178352
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Chinaman Equal Rights Equality Hatred Intolerance Oppression
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This thought-provoking cartoon print by Lemot, titled "Cartoon indicting the hypocrisy and double standards of Western Europe" sheds light on the complex dynamics between Western Europe, China, and the Ottoman Empire in the 19th century. The artist skillfully captures the essence of this historical period marked by religious intolerance and oppression. The image portrays a male caricature representing Western Europe, adorned with symbols of power and authority. He stands tall, pointing an accusing finger at both China and Turkey, while conveniently ignoring his own faults. This powerful visual critique highlights the hypocrisy prevalent in Western European criticism towards these nations. The context provided adds depth to our understanding of this artwork. In 1902, France expelled priests and nuns from its territory as part of a larger political agenda. Meanwhile, from 1899 to 1901, China experienced the Boxer Rebellion which involved persecution against Christians. Lemot's work challenges us to reflect on equal rights and equality across different cultures and religions throughout history. It serves as a reminder that prejudice knows no boundaries or time periods. As we observe this piece from Bridgeman Images' private collection today, it prompts us to question our own biases and encourages dialogue about religious tolerance in contemporary society.
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