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Fine Art Print : NAST: TWEED RING CARTOON. One of Thomas Nasts vitriolic attacks on William M. Boss Tweed and the Tweed Ring published shortly before the New York state and municipal elections of 1871
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NAST: TWEED RING CARTOON. One of Thomas Nasts vitriolic attacks on William M. Boss Tweed and the Tweed Ring published shortly before the New York state and municipal elections of 1871
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Media ID 7528384
1871 Authority Corruption Crime Employer Giant Hand Magear Marcy Nast Politics Ring Statesman Tammany Thumb Tweed Tweed Ring Will I Am
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the vibrant world of American political history with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection. Featuring Thomas Nast's iconic "Tweed Ring Cartoon," this print offers a captivating glimpse into the tumultuous era of Boss Tweed and the corrupt Tammany Hall political machine. Published just before the New York state and municipal elections of 1871, Nast's vitriolic cartoon is a powerful reminder of the power of satire and the enduring impact of investigative journalism. Bring this historical masterpiece into your home or office and add a touch of intrigue and depth to your space. The Granger Collection from Granger Art on Demand ensures the highest quality reproduction of this important work of art.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
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.
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This print titled "NAST: TWEED RING CARTOON" is a powerful representation of Thomas Nast's scathing critique on the infamous William M. Boss Tweed and the corrupt Tweed Ring. Created just before the crucial New York state and municipal elections in 1871, this engraving serves as a testament to Nast's unwavering commitment to exposing political corruption through his art. In this thought-provoking image, Nast skillfully portrays Tweed as a giant figure, symbolizing his immense power and influence over New York City during that era. With meticulous attention to detail, Nast depicts Tweed holding the city in one hand while manipulating its politics with the other. The artist masterfully captures the essence of corruption by highlighting elements such as crime, authority abuse, and employer manipulation within this cartoonish portrayal. As an influential American statesman and leader of Tammany Hall's Democratic Party machine known as Tammany Ring or simply "Tweed Ring". Boss Tweed was notorious for his involvement in embezzlement schemes that drained millions from public funds. Through this artwork, Nast aims to expose these wrongdoings and shed light on their detrimental effects on society. The Granger Collection has preserved this historical artifact that not only showcases Nast's artistic prowess but also serves as a reminder of the importance of transparency in politics. This print invites viewers to reflect upon past instances of political corruption while urging them to remain vigilant against similar abuses of
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