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CARTOON: BOXER REBELLION. A Disturbing Possibility in the East
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CARTOON: BOXER REBELLION. A Disturbing Possibility in the East
CARTOON: BOXER REBELLION.
A Disturbing Possibility in the East. Cartoon showing Uncle Sam at a table with the eight-nation alliance. A large tray labeled Chinese Indemnity sits on the table and suspended above by a thin string is a sword labeled Awakening of China. Chromolithograph by Udo Keppler, 1901
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This chromolithograph, titled "CARTOON: BOXER REBELLION. A Disturbing Possibility in the East" offers a thought-provoking glimpse into the geopolitical tensions of early 20th century Asia. Created by Udo Keppler in 1901, this cartoon depicts Uncle Sam, representing the United States, seated at a table with members of the eight-nation alliance. The focal point of the image is a large tray labeled "Chinese Indemnity" placed on the table. Suspended above it by a thin string is a sword labeled "Awakening of China". This clever symbolism suggests that if China were to rise and seek revenge for its perceived injustices, it could pose a significant threat to Western powers. The artist skillfully personifies various nations through their respective leaders present at the table – Emperor Meiji of Japan, King Edward VII of England, Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany, Czar Nicholas II of Russia, and others. Each leader's uniform represents their nation's involvement in suppressing the Boxer Rebellion in China during that time. This artwork captures not only fear but also anticipation surrounding China's potential awakening as an influential global power. It reflects concerns about maintaining control over Chinese territories while highlighting anxieties about retaliation from within Asia against foreign influences. As we delve into this historical piece captured by Granger Art on Demand from The Granger Collection archives, we are reminded how art can serve as both documentation and commentary on complex international relations
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