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The Providential Detection, cartoon depicting Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826
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The Providential Detection, cartoon depicting Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826
AQS256870 The Providential Detection, cartoon depicting Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) trying to destroy the Constitution (engraving) by American School, (18th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA; (add.info.: altar of Gallic despotism shown as God and an American eagle attempt to prevent him from destroying the United States Constitution; Jefferson is about to fling a document labeled Constitution & Independence U.S.A. into the fire fed by the flames of radical writings. Alleged attack on George Washington and John Adams in the form of a letter to Philip Mazzei falls from his pocket. He is supported by Satan, the writings of Thomas Paine, and the French philosophers; ); eCourtesy, American Antiquarian Society; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22362084
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The Providential Detection - A Satirical Depiction of Thomas Jefferson's Alleged Attack on the Constitution
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. This print captures a thought-provoking cartoon titled "The Providential Detection" created by an anonymous American artist in the 18th century. The artwork, housed at the American Antiquarian Society in Worcester, Massachusetts, offers a satirical portrayal of Thomas Jefferson, one of America's founding fathers and the third President of the United States. In this intriguing engraving, Jefferson is depicted as attempting to destroy the very foundation of American democracy – the United States Constitution. Standing before an altar representing Gallic despotism, he holds a document labeled "Constitution & Independence U. S. A" poised to be thrown into a fire fueled by radical writings. However, his destructive act is thwarted by an eagle symbolizing America and what appears to be God himself. As we delve deeper into this intricate composition, we notice that from Jefferson's pocket falls a letter addressed to Philip Mazzei – believed to contain an alleged attack on George Washington and John Adams. Supporting him are Satan himself along with influential figures such as Thomas Paine and French philosophers. Through its biting satire and symbolic imagery, this artwork invites us to reflect upon political tensions during Jefferson's presidency (1801-1809) while shedding light on controversies surrounding his beliefs and actions. It serves as both a historical artifact and a reminder that even revered figures can face scrutiny for their perceived transgressions against cherished principles like liberty and constitutional governance.
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