The old salt salutes (1904)
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"The Old Salt Salutes," a captivating 1904 illustration by Udo Keppler, provides a poignant commentary woven into a dynamic visual narrative. Keppler, known for his eloquent political cartoons, presents a mythological figure, reminiscent of Neptune or an ancient sea god, saluting a passing Japanese warship. This mighty figure, crowned and holding a trident, emerges dramatically from the sea, his beard flowing and adorned with red coral, suggesting both royalty and a deep connection to the ocean realm.The Japanese warship, prominently displaying the national flag, steams ahead, acknowledged by this ancient guardian of the seas. The sailor aboard salutes in return, signifying mutual respect and a significant recognition between the old and the modern, the mythic and the real. This artwork eloquently captures the intersection of tradition and burgeoning national pride during a period of intense naval expansion and technological progress in Japan.
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Udo J. Keppler, since 1894. known as Joseph Keppler, Jr., was an American political cartoonist, publisher, and Native American advocate. The son of cartoonist Joseph Keppler (1838–1894), who founded Puck magazine, the younger Keppler also contributed to cartoons, and after his father's death became co-owner of the magazine under the name Joseph Keppler. He was also a collector of Native American artifacts.