Rare 1933 British Cartoon; HITLER/VON HINDENBURG/VON PAPEN "Temporary Triangle"

Description: THE TEMPORARY TRIANGLE. Von Hindenburg and Von Papen (together) - "For he's a jolly good fellow, for he's a jolly good fellow, for he's a jolly good fe-el-low, (Aside: "Confound him!") and so say both of us!"“The Temporary Triangle,” by Bernard Partridge, is a political cartoon created when Germany was known as the German Reich (also known as Nazi Germany). This cartoon is about Hitler’s appointment as chancellor of Germany in 1933. The cartoon shows how Hitler’s rise to power was heavily influenced by other individuals, rather than Hitler himself. While Hitler had lost to Hindenburg in the presidential election of 1932, he still had the aspiration of being the Chancellor. Although appointed by Hindenburg, Von Papen and Von Schleicher had failed as Chancellor previously. Because of this, Hindenburg considered Hitler to become the next Chancellor. As a result, Hitler became the Chancellor on January 30, 1933 because Hindenburg believed that using his many seats in the Reichstag, he could get laws passed. Hitler’s position as Chancellor was unstable since he was given the role as chancellor — and what is given can easily be taken back. Hindenburg and Von Papen, who was Vice Chancellor at the time, used this as leverage against Hitler. “The Temporary Triangle” shows how his position as Chancellor was mostly reliant on President Hindenburg and Vice Chancellor Von Papen. By observing how Hitler sits on the shoulders of Hindenburg and Von Papen, it seems as though Hindenburg and Von Papen are in control of the direction that Hitler is going, as they are the ones navigating the way. Their facial expressions look uncomfortable, as if the weight of Hitler is too heavy to carry. This ties back to the idea that what is given can be taken away. Hitler’s position in the government is only possible with the support of Hindenburg and Von Papen. However, it is also shown that Hitler is grabbing the heads of both individuals. This action seems to reflect that Hitler holds a power superior to that of both Hindenburg and Von Papen. Actions in the near future show that both Hindenburg and Von Papen had underestimated Hitler, as events to come in the future would further stabilize his power on its own. [Ryan Suh] This illustration is by Bernard Partridge, from Punch magazine published February 8, 1933, original, pulled from the magazine, not a modern reproduction. Full size including blank margins, 8 x 10 1/2 inches. Condition: very good indeed -- minor foxing, else bright and clean; the page has been humidified and flatted for best appearance and for framing; the backside is blank. _________________________________________________________Over 5,000 Punch cartoons listed for sale (store category "Punch cartoons") -- humor, satire and propaganda; combine orders and save shipping charges. Questions are always welcome. If buying more than one, please use 'Add to Basket' instead of 'Buy now' then hit "send total" so I can adjust the invoice for shipping. WHAT IS PUNCH?Punch, a magazine of humor and satire, ran from 1841-2002. A very British institution renowned internationally for its wit and irreverence, it helped to coin the term "cartoon" in its modern sense as a humorous illustration. Punch was the world's most celebrated magazine of wit and satire. From its early years as a campaigner for social justice to its transformation into national icon, Punch played a central role in the formation of British identity -- and how the rest of the world saw the British nation. In its formative years Punch combined humors, illustration and political debate with a fresh and radical audacity. During its heyday in the late 1800s, it reflected the conservative views of the growing middle-classes and copies of it could be found in the libraries of diplomats, cabinet ministers and even royalty. In the Western world, Punch played a significant role in the development of satire. In the world of illustration, it practically revolutionized it. Over the decades as it charted the interests, concerns and frustrations of the country and today it stands as an invaluable source of cartoon art, satire, but as primary source material for historians. Sir John Bernard Partridge (11 October 1861 – 9 August 1945) was an English illustrator. Born in London, for some years he was well known as an actor under the name of Bernard Gould. But he was most renowned for his association with Punch magazine. He joined the Punch staff in 1891 and became chief cartoonist in 1910, a position he held until his death in 1945. His cartoons usually featured one or two stately figures centre stage; as Price, Punch’s biographer, pointed out Partridge’s cartoons were ‘theatrical’ rather than ‘dramatic’. He was a master cartoon propagandist, amply shown in his many war-time cartoons published in Punch.

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