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Poster Print : NEW YORK: SCHOOLMASTERS. An Irish Catholic school commissioner (center) arguing against the reading of the Bible in public schools with an American school commissioner. Satirical engraving from an American newspaper of 1859
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NEW YORK: SCHOOLMASTERS. An Irish Catholic school commissioner (center) arguing against the reading of the Bible in public schools with an American school commissioner. Satirical engraving from an American newspaper of 1859
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Media ID 7550387
1859 Anti Immigrant Anti Irish Argument Bible Caricature Catholic Commissioner Immigrant Irish New York Protestant Satire School Stereotype Anti Religion
27x27 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating 'New York: Schoolmasters' poster print, an intriguing snapshot of historical debate. This mesmerizing 1859 satirical engraving, sourced from The Granger Collection, depicts an intense argument between an Irish Catholic school commissioner and an American school commissioner over the reading of the Bible in public schools. Add this thought-provoking piece to your home or office space for a rich conversation starter and a glimpse into the past. Experience the power of art to transport and inspire, with the Media Storehouse range of high-quality poster prints.
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 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This satirical engraving from an American newspaper in 1859 captures a heated argument between two school commissioners in New York City. In the center, we see an Irish Catholic school commissioner passionately opposing the reading of the Bible in public schools, while his American counterpart stands firm on the issue. The image is rich with symbolism and commentary on religion, immigration, and cultural clashes of that time. The caricatured figures represent stereotypes prevalent during this period. The Irish Catholic commissioner embodies the growing immigrant population and their resistance to Protestant dominance in education. On the other hand, the American commissioner represents a Protestant majority determined to maintain religious influence within public institutions. The engraving reflects broader tensions surrounding anti-immigrant sentiment and anti-Catholic bias during this era. It serves as a reminder of how deeply rooted these prejudices were within society at that time. Through its clever satire, this artwork sheds light on significant historical themes such as religious freedom, assimilation struggles faced by immigrants, and conflicts arising from diverse cultural backgrounds coexisting within one nation. Granger Art on Demand has preserved this piece which not only showcases artistic talent but also provides valuable insights into America's complex history of religion and immigration.
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