| Place | Middle East |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | ART90059 |
| Collection type | Art |
| Measurement | Overall: 19.9 x 34 cm |
| Object type | Work on paper |
| Physical description | pen and ink, brush and wash pencil on paper |
| Maker |
Leahy, Sean |
| Place made | Australia: Queensland, Brisbane |
| Date made | 1991 |
| Conflict |
Gulf War, 1990-1991 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: AWM Licensed copyright |
Smart bomb + stupid human = military target
Description
A cartoon depicting a rocket with the words 'Smart Bomb' below it, an American soldier with a 'US Intelligence' label on his jacket, the words '+ Stupid Human' are written below the figure and an image of a woman, baby in her arms and a small child, with the words '= Military Target' below. This satirical cartoon was created by Sean Leahy in response to the First Gulf War (1990-1991).
Donated through the Taxation Incentives for the Arts Scheme 1994