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Davy (David) Crockett (1786-1836), rudding an African American servant, at a fashionable dinner. Lithograph from 19th century illustration
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Davy (David) Crockett (1786-1836), rudding an African American servant, at a fashionable dinner. Lithograph from 19th century illustration
NWI4922688 Davy (David) Crockett (1786-1836), rudding an African American servant, at a fashionable dinner. Lithograph from 19th century illustration.; (add.info.: Davy (David) Crockett (1786-1836), rudding an African American servant, at a fashionable dinner. Lithograph from 19th century illustration.); Photo © North Wind Pictures
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This striking lithograph from the 19th century captures a moment of social interaction between Davy (David) Crockett and an African American servant at a fashionable dinner. The image is both intriguing and unsettling, as it offers a glimpse into the complex dynamics of power, race, and class in American society during that time period.
Davy Crockett, known for his larger-than-life persona as a frontiersman and politician, is depicted here in a more intimate setting, seated at the head of the table with his African American servant standing behind him. The body language and facial expressions of both figures convey a sense of hierarchy and subservience, highlighting the unequal relationship between them.
The details in this lithograph - from the elegant furniture to the elaborate table settings - add to the overall atmosphere of opulence and refinement. However, beneath the surface veneer of sophistication lies a darker reality of exploitation and oppression.
As viewers reflect on this image, they are prompted to consider how historical narratives have shaped our understanding of race relations in America. It serves as a reminder that even seemingly mundane scenes like this one can reveal profound truths about our shared past.
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