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Photographic Print : CIVIL WAR: COPPERHEAD, 1863. A Northern American newspaper cartoon of 1863 satirizing a Copperhead orator. The references are to the two foremost declamatory actors of the day, Edwin Forrest and Edwin Booth, elder brother of John Wilkes Booth, the future assassin of Abraham Lincoln
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CIVIL WAR: COPPERHEAD, 1863. A Northern American newspaper cartoon of 1863 satirizing a Copperhead orator. The references are to the two foremost declamatory actors of the day, Edwin Forrest and Edwin Booth, elder brother of John Wilkes Booth, the future assassin of Abraham Lincoln
CIVIL WAR: COPPERHEAD, 1863.
A Northern American newspaper cartoon of 1863 satirizing a Copperhead orator. The references are to the two foremost declamatory actors of the day, Edwin Forrest and Edwin Booth, elder brother of John Wilkes Booth, the future assassin of Abraham Lincoln
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Media ID 7594605
1863 Booth Copperhead Edwin Forrest Political Acts Speech
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our CIVIL WAR: COPPERHEAD, 1863 photographic print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image is a satirical newspaper cartoon from 1863, showcasing a Copperhead orator. The intriguing illustration references the two most renowned declamatory actors of the era, Edwin Forrest and Edwin Booth, elder brother of John Wilkes Booth, who would later become infamous for assassinating Abraham Lincoln. Bring a piece of American history into your home or office with this unique and thought-provoking print from Granger Art on Demand.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
The print titled "CIVIL WAR: COPPERHEAD, 1863" captures a fascinating moment in American history. This Northern American newspaper cartoon from 1863 offers a satirical portrayal of a Copperhead orator during the Civil War era. The cartoon cleverly references two prominent actors of the time, Edwin Forrest and Edwin Booth, who were known for their powerful declamatory skills on stage. What makes this image even more intriguing is the connection to John Wilkes Booth, the future assassin of President Abraham Lincoln. Edwin Booth was his elder brother, adding an eerie layer to this historical snapshot. In this political satire piece, we can see how art was used as a means to comment on and criticize societal issues during such tumultuous times. It serves as a reminder that even amidst war and conflict, humor and artistic expression found their place in shaping public opinion. This print provides us with a glimpse into middle America's perception of political acts during the Civil War period. It highlights not only the tensions between different factions but also showcases how influential figures like actors could become symbols within larger debates. Overall, this image invites viewers to reflect on the power of satire and its role in shaping public discourse during one of America's most defining moments – the Civil War.
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