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NEW SOUTH CARTOON, 1882. The Queen of Industry, Or, The New South
NEW SOUTH CARTOON, 1882.
The Queen of Industry, Or, The New South. American cartoon by Thomas Nast, 1882, comparing the plantation economy of the pre-Civil War South with the more industrialized economy of 1882
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Media ID 12322348
1882 Allegory Antebellum Black Cotton Factory Finance Industrial Revolution Machine Nast New South Personification Plantation Political Queen Sandal Spinner Textile Textile Mill Mechanization
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating history of the New South through the iconic 1882 cartoon, "The Queen of Industry, Or, The New South" by Thomas Nast. This fine art print from Media Storehouse, in partnership with Granger Art on Demand, showcases the transformation of the American South from a plantation economy to an industrialized powerhouse. Witness the intriguing contrast between the old and new South as depicted in this captivating and historically significant cartoon. Bring a piece of American history into your home or office with this beautiful, museum-quality fine art print.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print titled "NEW SOUTH CARTOON, 1882. The Queen of Industry, Or, The New South" by Thomas Nast showcases the stark contrast between the plantation economy of the pre-Civil War South and the more industrialized economy of 1882 America. Through clever personification and allegory, Nast's cartoon brilliantly depicts this transformation. In the image, a regal African American woman stands tall as she symbolizes both progress and power in the New South. Dressed as a queen with a crown on her head and holding a scepter, she represents the newfound dominance of industry over agriculture. Behind her lies an era dominated by cotton plantations and slavery - depicted through images of workers toiling in fields under oppressive conditions. However, in front of her stands an impressive textile mill filled with machinery that signifies mechanization and modernity. This juxtaposition highlights how industrial revolution has replaced traditional labor-intensive practices with efficient machines operated by workers who are predominantly women. Nast's cartoon serves as a political commentary on societal changes during this period. It celebrates advancements made in finance, factory work, and overall economic growth while subtly critiquing lingering racial inequalities that persisted despite progress. Overall, this thought-provoking artwork captures not only historical significance but also reflects upon ongoing struggles for equality within society – making it an invaluable piece from Granger Art on Demand collection.
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