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Fine Art Print : A Truce - not a Compromise, but a Chance for High-Toned Gentlemen to Retire Gracefully from their very Civil Declarations of War. Cartoon, February 1877, on the Rutherford B. Hayes versus Samuel Tilden presidential election of 1876, in which twenty electoral votes were disputed
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A Truce - not a Compromise, but a Chance for High-Toned Gentlemen to Retire Gracefully from their very Civil Declarations of War. Cartoon, February 1877, on the Rutherford B. Hayes versus Samuel Tilden presidential election of 1876, in which twenty electoral votes were disputed
ELECTION CARTOON, 1877.
A Truce - not a Compromise, but a Chance for High-Toned Gentlemen to Retire Gracefully from their very Civil Declarations of War. Cartoon, February 1877, on the Rutherford B. Hayes versus Samuel Tilden presidential election of 1876, in which twenty electoral votes were disputed
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Media ID 7784529
1876 1877 Birchard Canvassing Democratic Party Democratic System Electoral College Hand Hayes Nast Republican Party Revolver Rutherford Samuel Tilden Voting Compromise Truce
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Fine Art Print of 'A Truce - not a Compromise, but a Chance for High-Toned Gentlemen to Retire Gracefully from their very Civil Declarations of War.' This captivating political cartoon, created in February 1877 during the Rutherford B. Hayes versus Samuel Tilden presidential election, beautifully illustrates the intricacies of American politics in the late 19th century. With 140 electoral votes in dispute, this cartoon serves as a testament to the elegance and decorum of the era, even amidst heated debates and contentious elections. Add this historic piece to your collection and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 35.5cm (20" x 14")
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.
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The cartoon print titled "A Truce - not a Compromise, but a Chance for High-Toned Gentlemen to Retire Gracefully from their very Civil Declarations of War" captures the essence of the highly contested presidential election of 1876 between Rutherford B. Hayes and Samuel Tilden. The image, created in February 1877 by Thomas Nast, portrays two distinguished gentlemen representing the Republican and Democratic parties respectively. In this depiction, both men are shown extending their hands towards each other in an act of truce. They hold a revolver and a ballot box, symbolizing the power struggle that ensued during the electoral dispute over twenty disputed votes. The artist emphasizes that this truce is not a compromise but rather an opportunity for these high-toned gentlemen to retire gracefully from their intense political battle. This cartoon reflects the tense atmosphere surrounding American politics at that time while also highlighting the importance of maintaining civility amidst disagreements. It serves as a reminder that even in times of heated conflict, there can be room for reconciliation and peaceful resolution. Overall, this artwork provides insight into one of America's most contentious elections and reminds us of the significance placed on preserving democratic values within our system.
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