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The Metropolitan Museum of Art, "... and this is how the workingman enjoys the museum
1078608 The Metropolitan Museum of Art, "...and this is how the workingman enjoys the museum...", 1889 (colour litho) by Ehrhart, Samuel D. (c.1862-1937); Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; (add.info.: The Metropolitan Museum. " It is intended as much for the humblest artisan as for the most refined lover of the fine arts." -Henry G. Marquand. " And this is how the workingman enjoys the Museum on his only day of liberty." Caricature, cover of Puck, vol. XXIV, no. 617, January 2, 1889, protesting Sunday closing.
S. Ehrhart); eNew York Historical Society; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23029716
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This colorful lithograph captures a satirical scene from the late 19th century, titled "The Metropolitan Museum of Art, '. . . and this is how the workingman enjoys the museum. . . '". The artwork was created by Samuel D. Ehrhart and is part of the collection at the New-York Historical Society in the USA. In this caricature, we see a humorous depiction of a working-class man visiting the prestigious Metropolitan Museum on his only day off - Sunday. The image serves as a protest against Sunday closing hours, highlighting issues of equality and inequality in access to cultural institutions. The caption quotes Henry G. Marquand's belief that the museum should be enjoyed by both artisans and refined art lovers alike. It humorously portrays how even though it may be challenging for a workingman to fully appreciate fine art due to his unfamiliarity with high culture, he still finds joy in exploring these hallowed halls. This piece offers an intriguing glimpse into social history and reflects on leisure activities during that era. It also emphasizes how museums were seen as important educational spaces for all members of society, regardless of their social status or background. Overall, this satirical cartoon provides an amusing commentary on public perception surrounding museums and highlights societal attitudes towards accessibility to cultural institutions in 1889 America.
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