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The Spanish Bull in Cuba Gone Mad, 1873 (wood engraving)
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The Spanish Bull in Cuba Gone Mad, 1873 (wood engraving)
1078625 The Spanish Bull in Cuba Gone Mad, 1873 (wood engraving) by Nast, Thomas (1840-1902); Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; (add.info.: The Spanish bull in Cuba gone mad. It must be stopped. If Spain can t do it, we must! Published in Harpers Weekly, November 29, 1873
); eNew York Historical Society; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22212498
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This black and white wood engraving, titled "The Spanish Bull in Cuba Gone Mad" depicts a powerful and thought-provoking political satire from 1873. Created by the talented artist Thomas Nast, this print is now part of the esteemed collection at the New-York Historical Society. In this artwork, Nast skillfully portrays a bull representing Spain going mad within the context of its colonial rule over Cuba. The image conveys a sense of urgency as it calls for action to stop Spain's oppressive behavior towards its colony. The caption accompanying the print reads: "The Spanish bull in Cuba gone mad. It must be stopped. If Spain can't do it, we must!". Through clever symbolism and humor, Nast highlights the complexities of international relations during that time period. The presence of Uncle Sam suggests American involvement or intervention in Cuban affairs, while references to Latin America further emphasize the broader implications of Spain's actions. With meticulous attention to detail and sharp wit, Nast creates an engaging visual narrative that invites viewers to reflect on issues such as imperialism, power dynamics between nations, and political satire itself. "The Spanish Bull in Cuba Gone Mad" remains an important historical artifact that not only showcases Nast's artistic prowess but also serves as a reminder of past struggles for independence and self-determination across continents.
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