Refat Pacha en John Bull aan de Bosporus 1915 - 1925

"Refat Pacha en John Bull aan de Bosporus" (1915-1925) is a satirical cartoon by Dutch artist Patricq Kroon, a notable caricaturist of the early 20th century. The artwork depicts a caricatured Refat Pasha standing on a map of the Bosporus, with a scimitar in his hand. Below him, John Bull is depicted as a caricatured figure with a pipe in his mouth and a top hat with the British flag. The artwork's sharp lines and exaggerated features are typical of political caricature, conveying a message of satire and commentary on the political climate of the time. The title and inscription highlight the tensions between Turkey and Britain during World War I. This artwork is a valuable primary source for understanding the social and political context of early 20th-century Europe.