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Cartoon from Puck, between 1880 and 1889. Creators: Joseph Keppler, Bernhard Gillam
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Cartoon from Puck, between 1880 and 1889. Creators: Joseph Keppler, Bernhard Gillam
Cartoon from Puck, between 1880 and 1889
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1880s Bernhard Gillam Cleveland Grover Cleveland Stephen Grover Gillam Bernhard Grover Cleveland Heracles Herakles Hercules Joseph Keppler Keppler Joseph Legislation Pelt President President Of Usa Puck Stephen Grover Cleveland Colour Lithograph Greek Mythology Lacma Los Angeles County Museum Of Art Parody Politicians Satirical
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This cartoon, titled "Hercules and the Cleveland Politicians," is a colorful and satirical masterpiece from the pages of Puck, a popular 19th-century American magazine published between 1880 and 1889. The creators of this work were Joseph Keppler and Bernhard Gillam. The cartoon depicts a scene inspired by Greek mythology, with the legendary hero Hercules (or Herakles/Heracles) in the center, wearing his iconic lion pelt and holding a club. However, instead of the traditional mythological creatures, Hercules is surrounded by a group of politicians, including President Grover Cleveland (Stephen Grover Cleveland) and other unidentified politicians, all dressed in suits and engaging in political discussions. The satirical nature of the cartoon is evident in the way the politicians are portrayed, with some appearing to be in the process of devouring a large, juicy pelt, symbolizing their greed and corruption. The use of the Hercules myth as a metaphor for the political landscape of the time highlights the concept of politicians as modern-day heroes and the challenges they face in the realm of law, legislation, and governance. This work of art, created as a color lithograph, is a testament to the rich heritage of American illustration and satire during the 1880s. It is now part of the permanent collection at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), where it continues to inspire and intrigue visitors, offering a glimpse into the political climate and artistic sensibilities of the time.
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