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Poster Print : The opening of the congressional session, 1887 (colour litho)

The opening of the congressional session, 1887 (colour litho)




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The opening of the congressional session, 1887 (colour litho)

1078689 The opening of the congressional session, 1887 (colour litho) by Keppler, Joseph (1838-94); Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; (add.info.: The opening of the congressional session: Cartoon showing monster, " tariff question", in large bag " surplus", saying " Here I am Again! What are you going to do with me?, " in House chambers. Published in Puck, December 7, 1887.
); eNew York Historical Society; American, out of copyright

Media ID 22634072

© New York Historical Society / Bridgeman Images

Congress Debate Economic Economy Finance Legal Problem Puck Spending Statesmen Surplus Tariff Tariffs Monster


18x24 inch Poster Print

Experience a piece of historical art with our Media Storehouse Poster Print of "The opening of the congressional session, 1887" by Joseph Keppler. This stunning color lithograph, originally from the New-York Historical Society's collection, captures the grandeur of a bygone era. Add this captivating poster print to your home or office to bring a touch of history and timeless beauty to your space. The intricate details and vibrant colors of this fine art print are sure to impress, making it a wonderful addition to any decor. Order now and transport yourself back in time with this exquisite work of art.

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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")

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.


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The Opening of the Congressional Session, 1887

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is a vibrant and satirical print by Joseph Keppler that captures the essence of American politics in the late 19th century. The image depicts a chaotic scene within the House chambers, with politicians engaged in a heated debate over the "tariff question". At the center of attention is a monstrous figure representing the issue itself – an enormous bag labeled "surplus". This grotesque creature demands to be addressed, asking, "Here I am again! What are you going to do with me?". It symbolizes the economic challenges faced by America at that time, particularly regarding excessive spending and tariffs. Keppler's cartoon cleverly highlights both humor and criticism as it portrays statesmen grappling with this financial monster. The artist's use of color lithography adds depth and vibrancy to every detail, enhancing its visual impact. This artwork not only reflects on economic concerns but also touches upon broader political themes such as government spending and legislative debates. Through satire and caricature, Keppler invites viewers to contemplate these pressing issues while offering a humorous take on American politics. As we gaze upon this historical print from 1887 held in New-York Historical Society's collection, we are reminded of how timeless political debates can be. It serves as a reminder that even then, politicians grappled with complex problems just like those we face today.

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