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"Locofocoism"in the Blue Stage of Texian cholera, published by H R Robinson
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"Locofocoism"in the Blue Stage of Texian cholera, published by H R Robinson
AQS336626 " Locofocoism" in the Blue Stage of Texian cholera, published by H R Robinson, New York, 1844 (litho) by Clay, Edward Williams (1799-1857) (after); 43.5x32 cm; American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA; (add.info.: John Tyler (1790-1862), 10th President of the United States of America, uncomfortably astride Democratic " Tex-ass, " is annoyed by candidate James Knox Polk (1795-1849), 11th President of the United States of America, adopting annexation as his own cause in 1844 election. John Henry Clay (1777-1852), US Statesman, Secretary of State, 1825-29, suggests that Democrats are not really a peoples party; ); eCourtesy, American Antiquarian Society; American, out of copyright
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The print titled ""Locofocoism" in the Blue Stage of Texian cholera" captures a satirical political cartoon published by H R Robinson in New York, 1844. The lithograph, created by Edward Williams Clay, depicts an amusing scene involving prominent figures from American politics during that time. In the image, we see John Tyler, the 10th President of the United States, awkwardly perched on a donkey labeled "Tex-ass". He appears visibly annoyed as James Knox Polk, his opponent and future 11th President of the United States, embraces annexation as his campaign platform for the upcoming election. John Henry Clay, a notable US statesman and former Secretary of State under John Quincy Adams' administration, stands nearby. He suggests through this caricature that Democrats are not truly representative of the people's interests. The visual elements within this artwork add to its humor and symbolism. A gallows with a noose hangs ominously from a tree branch above Tyler's head while farm animals like horses and wildlife surround them. This clever satire highlights political tensions surrounding annexation debates at that time. This print is part of the collection held by the American Antiquarian Society in Worcester, Massachusetts. It offers us an intriguing glimpse into historical American politics through artistry and wit.
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