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Framed Print : It Seems There Wasn t Any Depression at All! : D. R. Fitzpatricks cartoon comment on ex-President Hoovers speech at St Louis in December 1935 in which he indicated strongly that the Depression was practically a figment of the imagination
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It Seems There Wasn t Any Depression at All! : D. R. Fitzpatricks cartoon comment on ex-President Hoovers speech at St Louis in December 1935 in which he indicated strongly that the Depression was practically a figment of the imagination
CARTOON: DEPRESSION, 1935.
It Seems There Wasn t Any Depression at All! : D.R. Fitzpatricks cartoon comment on ex-President Hoovers speech at St Louis in December 1935 in which he indicated strongly that the Depression was practically a figment of the imagination
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Media ID 7781355
1935 Clark Commerce Daniel Finance Fitzpatrick Herbert Hoover Political Acts Poverty Republican Robert Hooverville
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring a touch of historical humor to your home or office with this vintage cartoon print from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the iconic "It Seems There Wasn't Any Depression at All!" cartoon by D.R. Fitzpatrick from Granger Art on Demand. This classic image captures the spirit of ex-President Hoover's speech at St. Louis in December 1935, where he famously downplayed the severity of the Great Depression. Add this timeless piece to your decor and start a conversation about the power of optimism and resilience in the face of adversity.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
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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The caption for the print "It Seems There Wasn't Any Depression at All!" would highlight the satirical nature of D. R. Fitzpatrick's cartoon comment on ex-President Hoover's speech in December 1935. The cartoonist cleverly depicts the disconnect between Hoover's words and the reality experienced by many Americans during the Great Depression. In this thought-provoking image, Fitzpatrick captures the essence of Hoover's controversial statement that implied the Depression was merely a product of people's imagination. The cartoon portrays two men, representing everyday Americans, standing amidst a desolate landscape reminiscent of a Hooverville – makeshift communities named after Herbert Hoover himself where impoverished citizens resided due to economic hardships. With an ironic twist, one man points towards their bleak surroundings while sarcastically remarking that there doesn't seem to be any depression at all. This biting commentary exposes both political acts and early commerce as contributing factors to America's financial crisis. Fitzpatrick skillfully utilizes his artistic talent to convey a powerful message about poverty and its impact on society. By juxtaposing Hoover's optimistic rhetoric with stark visual imagery, he challenges viewers' perceptions and invites them to question whether leaders truly understand or empathize with their struggles. This print serves as a reminder of how art can serve as social commentary, shedding light on historical events and prompting discussions about important issues such as finance, poverty, and political leadership in America during this tumultuous period.
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