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AMERICAN FINANCIERS, 1883. The Protectors of our Industries. Cartoon depicting American financiers Cyrus Field, Jay Gould, William Henry Vanderbilt and Russell Sage, seated on bags of millions on a large raft, being carried by workers of various trades. Lithograph, 1883
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AMERICAN FINANCIERS, 1883. The Protectors of our Industries. Cartoon depicting American financiers Cyrus Field, Jay Gould, William Henry Vanderbilt and Russell Sage, seated on bags of millions on a large raft, being carried by workers of various trades. Lithograph, 1883
AMERICAN FINANCIERS, 1883.
The Protectors of our Industries. Cartoon depicting American financiers Cyrus Field, Jay Gould, William Henry Vanderbilt and Russell Sage, seated on bags of millions on a large raft, being carried by workers of various trades. Lithograph, 1883
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AMERICAN FINANCIERS, 1883 - The Guardians of American Prosperity
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. This lithograph from 1883 titled "American Financiers, The Protectors of our Industries" offers a thought-provoking portrayal of the influential figures who shaped America's economic landscape during the Gilded Age. Depicted on a grand raft made up of bags overflowing with millions, Cyrus Field, Jay Gould, William Henry Vanderbilt, and Russell Sage sit atop their vast fortunes. The image is symbolic in its depiction of these financiers being carried by workers representing various trades. It highlights the interdependence between the wealthy elite and the working class that fueled industrial growth in America at the time. While some may view this as an illustration of exploitation or inequality, others argue it represents collaboration and mutual benefit. Each financier portrayed holds significant influence over different sectors; Cyrus Field revolutionized communication through his transatlantic telegraph cable project; Jay Gould dominated railroad investments; William Henry Vanderbilt expanded his family's railroad empire; and Russell Sage was known for astute investments across industries. This lithograph serves as a reminder of how these men played pivotal roles in shaping America's economic destiny during an era marked by rapid industrialization and wealth accumulation. It invites us to reflect on their impact on society while acknowledging both their accomplishments and controversies. Granger Art on Demand presents this historical print as a testament to American financial history—a snapshot capturing an era when powerful individuals held immense sway over industry and commerce.
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