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You can fool some of the people all of the time



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You can fool some of the people all of the time

You can fool some of the people all of the time. Illustration shows a vignette cartoon with John A. Dowie as a wizard at center offering salvation and other products to gullible customers. The surrounding vignettes show various types of people, such as The working people, downtrodden and depressed, who are tricked into following the Walking Delegate, his pockets overflowing with money, and The get-rich-quick people who anxiously purchase bogus stocks and securities. There are those who have their palms read and those who believe they can build their own homes, as well as those who show off their castles with a huge Mortage. Date 1903 October 14. You can fool some of the people all of the time. Illustration shows a vignette cartoon with John A. Dowie as a wizard at center offering salvation and other products to gullible customers. The surrounding vignettes show various types of people, such as The working people, downtrodden and depressed, who are tricked into following the Walking Delegate, his pockets overflowing with money, and The get-rich-quick people who anxiously purchase bogus stocks and securities. There are those who have their palms read and those who believe they can build their own homes, as well as those who show off their castles with a huge Mortage. Date 1903 October 14

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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print

Discover the charm and wit of Mary Evans Prints Online's 'You can fool some of the people all of the time' Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating vignette cartoon, featuring the clever illustrations of John A. Dowie, showcases a mischievous wizard enticing gullible customers with his enchanting salvation and other offerings. Add a touch of whimsy and humor to your home or office décor with this timeless piece of art. Order now and let the magic begin!

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.

Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 35.4cm (20" x 13.9")

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.


You Can Fool Some of the People All of the Time

EDITORS COMMENTS
: A Satirical Commentary on Human Gullibility in the Early 20th Century This and thought-provoking cartoon, published on October 14, 1903, under the title "You Can Fool Some of the People All of the Time," offers a scathing commentary on human gullibility and the exploitation of the vulnerable by charismatic con artists. The illustration, created by an unknown artist and featuring the prominent American religious leader John Alexander Dowie at its center, portrays a scene of mass deception and naivety. At the heart of the image, Dowie is depicted as a wizard, selling salvation and various other products to a line of gullible customers. The surrounding vignettes reveal a microcosm of society, with various types of people falling prey to different forms of deception. On one side, downtrodden and depressed working people are seen following the Walking Delegate, who holds an overflowing money bag, while on the other, get-rich-quick individuals are shown anxiously purchasing bogus stocks and securities. Palm readers, home builders, and even those who boast about their mortgages on ostentatious castles are also present in this intricate tableau of human vulnerability. The artist masterfully captures the essence of each character, their expressions and body language revealing their hopes, fears, and desires, which make them susceptible to the wiles of the charlatans in their midst. This powerful and enduring image serves as a stark reminder of the human tendency to believe in the promises of those who offer easy solutions to complex problems. It also highlights the importance of critical thinking, skepticism, and the need to be aware of the potential for deception in our society. The cartoon's message remains as relevant today as it was over a century ago, making it a fascinating and thought-provoking piece of historical art.

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