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Tell me, brother, is that the star over Bethlehem, from Simplicissimus magazine, 1911 (litho)
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Tell me, brother, is that the star over Bethlehem, from Simplicissimus magazine, 1911 (litho)
CHT415787 Tell me, brother, is that the star over Bethlehem, from Simplicissimus magazine, 1911 (litho) by Schulz, Wilhelm (1865-1952); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: satirical German cartoon on the Italian campaign in North Africa (1911); Italian troops from Homs occupied Lebda (Leptis Magna) during the Italo-Turkish War (1911-12); Italy claimed the Ottoman provinces of Cyrenaica and Tripolitania and in 1934 combined them in the colony of Libya;); © Archives Charmet
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Tell me, brother, is that the star over Bethlehem?". This lithograph from Simplicissimus magazine in 1911 by Wilhelm Schulz takes us on a satirical journey through history. Originally intended as a commentary on the Italian campaign in North Africa during the Italo-Turkish War, it cleverly juxtaposes biblical imagery with contemporary conflict. In this scene, we witness Italian troops occupying Lebda (Leptis Magna) amidst a chaotic battlefield. The donkeys and mules symbolize the burden of war carried by both sides. The dark night sky is illuminated not by a guiding star but by explosions and bombings, highlighting the violence and devastation of warfare. Through humor and irony, Schulz exposes the absurdity of imperialism and colonial conquests. He challenges notions of power and dominance while shedding light on historical conflicts that shaped our world. This print serves as a reminder of how art can transcend time to provoke thought and reflection. It captures an important moment in history when empires clashed for control over territories. As we gaze upon this engraving today, we are reminded of the consequences of such confrontations - ruins left behind in their wake. Let this image be a testament to humanity's capacity for both destruction and resilience. May it inspire us to seek peace instead of conflict, understanding instead of division, so that future generations may never have to ask: "Is that the star over Bethlehem?
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