Poster Print : CHURCH AND STATE, c1816. An American cartoon supporting the strict separation between church and state, with a satirical depiction of attempts by Christian organizations to prevent the U. S. Postal Service from transporting mail on Sundays. Line engraving and watercolor, c1816
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CHURCH AND STATE, c1816. An American cartoon supporting the strict separation between church and state, with a satirical depiction of attempts by Christian organizations to prevent the U. S. Postal Service from transporting mail on Sundays. Line engraving and watercolor, c1816
CHURCH AND STATE, c1816. An American cartoon supporting the strict separation between church and state, with a satirical depiction of attempts by Christian organizations to prevent the U.S. Postal Service from transporting mail on Sundays. Line engraving and watercolor, c1816
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Media ID 7538541
1816 Carriage Church Coach Political Acts Us Postal Service Water Color Anti Religion
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience historical satire with our Media Storehouse Poster Print of "CHURCH AND STATE, c1816." This captivating artwork, sourced from The Granger Collection through Granger Art on Demand, showcases a classic American cartoon advocating for the separation of church and state. Witness the humorous commentary on attempts by Christian organizations to restrict mail delivery on Sundays through this intricately detailed line engraving and watercolor piece, dated back to 1816. Elevate your space with this thought-provoking and historically significant art piece.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. 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.
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.
Church and State, c1816 - A Satirical Depiction of the Separation Between Religion and Government
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print titled "Church and State, c1816" is a remarkable piece of American art that supports the strict separation between church and state. Created as a line engraving with delicate watercolor touches, this satirical cartoon humorously portrays the attempts made by Christian organizations to prevent the U. S. Postal Service from transporting mail on Sundays. In this scene, we see a bustling street filled with horse-drawn carriages and pedestrians going about their daily activities. However, what catches our attention is a prominent figure representing Christianity standing in front of an imposing church building. He holds up his hand in protest against the U. S. Postal Service's Sunday operations while clutching religious texts tightly under his arm. The artist skillfully captures the tension between religious beliefs and governmental policies through clever symbolism. The carriage labeled "USPS" boldly continues its route despite the man's objections, emphasizing the importance of secular institutions functioning independently from religious influence. This artwork serves as a powerful reminder of America's commitment to freedom of religion and highlights one aspect of political acts during that period. It sheds light on historical debates surrounding religious practices interfering with public services like mail delivery. As we gaze upon this thought-provoking image, let us reflect on how it represents an important chapter in American history – one that shaped our nation's enduring principle of separating church and state for generations to come.
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