{"product_id":"french-illustration-lassiette-au-beurre-11","title":"The Natives, L'Assiette au Beurre","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis witty illustration from L'Assiette au Beurre captures the absurdity of German rule in Alsace-Lorraine with characteristic Belle Epoque flair. Part of a series titled 'Les Indigènes' (The Natives), d' Ostoya's satirical scene shows a German policeman arresting an elegantly dressed Parisian woman because her red dress, white shopping bag, and the blue sky accidentally form the forbidden French tricolor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe reference to Henri Zislin in the title adds another layer of meaning: Zislin was an Alsatian caricaturist repeatedly prosecuted by German authorities for his patriotic French imagery. The dialogue drips with irony as the policeman declares this innocent fashion ensemble a 'seditious combination.' Bold outlines and a striking red-and-black palette give the illustration its graphic punch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA sharp piece of political commentary that remains remarkably fresh, this illustration bridges the gap between fashion plate and protest art. A standout piece for collectors of French satirical graphics or those interested in the cultural tensions that preceded the Great War.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.75\" x 8.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Georges d' Ostoya\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Some illustrations may have writing or images on verso. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45146727350387,"sku":"IL8212","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_2c538f96-589a-4562-b08c-89b615a9d2f3.jpg?v=1783719638","url":"https:\/\/www.authenticvintageposters.com\/products\/french-illustration-lassiette-au-beurre-11","provider":"Authentic Vintage Posters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}