A Wary Bird

Neal McCall, Artist

This is one of the cartoons in our collection. It was made in circa 1917. The place where it was made is unknown.
Measurements
Image 480 x 342mm
Media
pen and ink on paper
Description
A cartoon of a man kneeling behind a wall with "THE VATICAN" on it. The man is wearing a black uniform, spiked helmet and a sword in a scabbard. He is attempting to feed a "PEACE" bird (probably a dove) and it is walking away from him.
Credit Line
Collection of the Sarjeant Gallery Te Whare o Rehua Whanganui. Gift of The Evening Telegram, Portland Oregon, 1917.
Collection Type
Permanent collection
Acquisition Date
1917

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Accession Number:
1917/2/8