Framed Print : 1845 NY Election
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
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
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 587204
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10183129
1845 Clay Confront Dates Defeat Election Elections Finest Polk Presidents Rival Supporters Candi
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "1845 NY Election" Framed Print from our Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This historic print transports you back in time to the heart of the 1845 presidential campaign, as supporters of the rival candidates, James K. Polk and Henry Clay, face off in a New York street. Witness the intensity and passion of the election, with Polk ultimately emerging as one of America's greatest presidents. Add this stunning piece to your home or office for a unique blend of history and art, and relive the drama and intrigue of a pivotal moment in American political history.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) 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.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.