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WWI: POSTER, 1916. Tous les jeudis. Bas les masques?
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WWI: POSTER, 1916. Tous les jeudis. Bas les masques?
WWI: POSTER, 1916.
Tous les jeudis. Bas les masques?... Viola! Lithograph from La Baionnette by Paul Iribe, 1916
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1916 Kaiser Mask Paul Poster Skeleton Wilhelm Ii World War I Iribe
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This black and white lithograph from 1916 transports us back to the tumultuous era of World War I. Titled "Tous les jeudis. Bas les masques?. . . Viola!" (Every Thursday. Down with the masks?. . . Voila!), this powerful poster by Paul Iribe captures the essence of wartime France. At first glance, we are confronted with a haunting image: a skeleton wearing a German helmet, representing Kaiser Wilhelm II, sits atop a pile of skulls. The starkness of this visual is intensified by the bold text that accompanies it, challenging viewers to question their own masks and hidden identities. The composition's monochromatic palette adds an air of solemnity and urgency to its message. The use of lithography gives depth and texture to each stroke, enhancing the impact of every line drawn by Iribe's skilled hand. Created for La Baionnette magazine during these early years of war, this print serves as both propaganda and social commentary. It encourages French citizens to unmask themselves figuratively - perhaps suggesting unity against their common enemy or urging them to reveal their true selves in times when authenticity is crucial. As we gaze upon this historic artwork today, we can't help but be reminded not only of the horrors endured during World War I but also how art has always been an influential medium for expressing dissenting voices and rallying communities together in pursuit of peace and justice.
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