The Vigil, 1888. Artist: Joseph Swain
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The Vigil, 1888. Wilhelm II is shown praying for guidance at the foot of the tomb of his late predecessor, Wilhelm I. Wilhelm II was the grandson of Queen Victoria and is here presented as a fine, warrior-like young man. He quickly went on to establish his authority as, within two years, he had forced the resignation of Bismarck. From Punch, or the London Charivari, June 23, 1888.
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People Information
Creator
- Joseph Swain: British: Engraver
After
- John Tenniel: British: Artist, illustrator, painter
Subject
- William II: German: Emperor, King
People Related
- Wilhelm I, Emperor of Germany, King of Prussia: German, Prussian: Emperor
Category Hierarchy
Artistic Representations Satires
Artistic Representations Caricatures
History & Politics War & Military Military Uniform & Equipment
History & Politics War & Military Military Figures & Personnel
Digital Image Size
Pixel Dimensions (W x H) : 4887x3852
File Size : 55,151kb
Aliases
- 23/6/1888
- 0350000890
- 1-151-043
- 1151043
- 23/6/1888
- 890
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