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The Lions Just Share, 1882. Artist: Joseph Swain
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The Lions Just Share, 1882. Artist: Joseph Swain
The Lions Just Share, 1882. The British Lion stands proudly on his Egyptian captive. He is watched by Italy, a French poodle, the Russian Bear, Spain, Germany and the two headed eagle of Austria. Turkey is depicted as a cowering fox. There had recently been an uprising in Egypt led by Colonel Arabi in protest at European intervention in Egyptian affairs. Turkey had recently been excluded from an agreement that left the six European powers to protect the operation of the Suez Canal. Britain had led the way in putting down the uprising. From Punch, or the London Charivari, September 30, 1882
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Bear British Lion Canal Captive Captivity Crocodile Eagle Foreign Affairs Foreign Policy Heritage Image Partnership John Tenniel Joseph Swain Poodle Proud Sir John Tenniel Suez Canal Swain Tenniel Uprising Victory Allegorical Figure
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The Lions Just Share, 1882
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is a captivating and thought-provoking print that captures the political tensions of the late 19th century. Created by Joseph Swain and John Tenniel, this allegorical piece depicts various European powers as animals surrounding the British Lion. In this satirical cartoon, we see the British Lion standing proudly on his Egyptian captive, symbolizing Britain's dominance over Egypt during a time of unrest. The other animals represent different countries: Italy portrayed as a French poodle, Russia as a bear, Spain and Germany also present with their national symbols. Austria is depicted with its two-headed eagle while Turkey cowers in fear like a fox. The context behind this artwork lies in recent events such as Colonel Arabi's uprising in Egypt against European intervention and Turkey's exclusion from an agreement regarding the Suez Canal. Britain had taken charge of suppressing the rebellion while other European powers watched closely. Through clever caricature and satire, Swain highlights the complex web of foreign affairs and power dynamics prevalent during that era. The monochrome engraving adds to its historical significance. "The Lions Just Share" serves as both a commentary on international politics and an artistic representation of 19th-century Europe's struggle for control over territories and resources. It reminds us how art can be used to convey powerful messages about society at any given time period.
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