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Weighed & found wanting, published by H R Robinson, New York, 1844 (litho)
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Weighed & found wanting, published by H R Robinson, New York, 1844 (litho)
AQS336636 Weighed & found wanting, published by H R Robinson, New York, 1844 (litho) by Clay, Edward Williams (1799-1857) (after); 32x43.3 cm; American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA; (add.info.: In presidential race of 1844, Henry Clay (1777-1852), US Statesman, Secretary of State 1825-29, outweighs James Knox Polk (1795-1849), 11th President of the USA, while Andrew Jackson (1767-1845), 7th President of the USA comments. Candidates for vice presidency, Johnson and Frelinghuysen, are on the sides; ); eCourtesy, American Antiquarian Society; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22379142
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This print titled "Weighed & found wanting" captures a pivotal moment in the presidential race of 1844. Published by H R Robinson in New York, this lithograph by Edward Williams Clay showcases the political landscape of that time. In the image, we see Henry Clay, a prominent US statesman and former Secretary of State, outweighing James Knox Polk, who would later become the 11th President of the USA. The exaggerated depiction highlights Clay's perceived superiority over his opponent. Adding to the scene is Andrew Jackson, the 7th President of the USA, providing commentary on this weighty situation. Positioned on either side are candidates for vice presidency - Johnson and Frelinghuysen - further emphasizing their roles in this significant election. The artist's use of caricature and satire brings humor to this historical moment while shedding light on American politics during that era. This lithograph serves as a testament to how political campaigns were portrayed visually before photography became widely accessible. Preserved by the American Antiquarian Society in Worcester, Massachusetts, this piece offers us a glimpse into an important chapter in United States history. Its inclusion within Fine Art Finder allows viewers to appreciate both its artistic value and its significance as a historical artifact.
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