Fine Art Print : 1845 NY Election
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1845 NY Election
Supporters of the rival candi- -dates for president confront one another in a New York street. Polk will defeat Clay and become one of the finest of American presidents
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the iconic image of the 1845 New York Election by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the intense political rivalry between supporters of James K. Polk and Henry Clay as they confront each other on a bustling New York street. This historic moment marked the beginning of Polk's presidency, which would go down in history as one of the finest in American politics. Bring the drama and intrigue of this pivotal election into your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed artwork, a timeless addition to any decor.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 47.1cm x 40.6cm (18.5" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this striking image from the annals of American political history, a heated confrontation between supporters of the rival presidential candidates, James K. Polk and Henry Clay, unfolds on a bustling New York City street in 1845. The election, which would ultimately decide the fate of the United States and cement Polk's place among the finest presidents in American history, was a fiercely contested battle between two formidable opponents. Clay, a respected statesman and former Speaker of the House of Representatives, represented the Whig Party, while Polk, a veteran congressman from Tennessee, was the nominee of the Democratic Party. The issues at stake were vast and complex, including territorial expansion, the annexation of Texas, and the ongoing debate over slavery. As the election campaign reached its crescendo, tensions between the two sides reached a boiling point. In this image, we see supporters of each candidate squaring off in the streets of New York, their faces etched with determination and resolve. The air is thick with the tension of the moment, as the two sides prepare to engage in a verbal or even physical confrontation. Despite the heated rhetoric and raw emotions on display, the 1845 election would ultimately be decided at the ballot box. Polk would go on to defeat Clay by a narrow margin, becoming the 11th President of the United States. Polk's presidency would be marked by a series of significant accomplishments, including the Mexican-American War and the acquisition of California and New Mexico through the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the passion and intensity that has long characterized American politics, as well as the enduring importance of the democratic process in shaping the course of our nation's history.
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