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Let us have peace, 1896 (chromolithograph)
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Let us have peace, 1896 (chromolithograph)
3619762 Let us have peace, 1896 (chromolithograph) by Taylor, Charles (1855-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: President Grover Cleveland and British Prime Minister Robert Cecil, Lord Salisbury smoke peace pipes filled with " Common Sense Tobacco" over the Venezuela boundary dispute.
); American, out of copyright
Media ID 22447994
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Arthur Balfour Duke Of Devonshire Foreign Policy Imperialism International Intervention Joseph Chamberlain Land Latin America Lord Salisbury Monroe Doctrine Peace Puck Stars And Stripes Territorial Territory Union Jack Venezuela Henry Cabot Lodge President Cleveland
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The chromolithograph titled "Let us have peace, 1896" captures a significant moment in history when President Grover Cleveland and British Prime Minister Robert Cecil, Lord Salisbury, came together to resolve the Venezuela boundary dispute. The artwork depicts both leaders smoking peace pipes filled with "Common Sense Tobacco" symbolizing their willingness to find common ground. This satirical cartoon by Charles Taylor offers a commentary on foreign policy, imperialism, and territorial disputes of the time. Flags of England and America are prominently displayed alongside caricatures representing influential figures such as Duke of Devonshire, Henry Cabot Lodge, Nelson Dingley, George Goschen, Arthur Balfour, and many others involved in this political saga. The illustration cleverly portrays Native Americans observing the scene while Latin American countries stand united under the Monroe Doctrine. It highlights the tensions between colonial powers and their interventions in other nations' affairs. Through humor and satire, Taylor's work emphasizes the importance of peaceful resolution rather than resorting to conflict. The image serves as a reminder that diplomacy can prevail over aggression when nations come together for mutual understanding. Preserved within a private collection but available for public viewing through Fine Art Finder's print reproduction services, this historical artwork continues to spark conversations about international relations and the pursuit of peace amidst territorial disputes.
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