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A political game of brag, or, the best hand out of four, 1831 (litho)
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A political game of brag, or, the best hand out of four, 1831 (litho)
AQS332013 A political game of brag, or, the best hand out of four, 1831 (litho) by American School, (19th century); 23.8x29.1 cm; American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA; (add.info.: Andrew Jackson (1767-1845), Democrat, was the 7th President of the United States; John C. Calhoun (1782-1850) was Vice President; Jackson, William Wirt (Anti-Masonic), John C. Calhoun, and Henry Clay (National Republican) play a game of poker; Calhouns hand is the United States Bank, while Jacksons is " Intrigue, Corruption and Imbecility." ); eCourtesy, American Antiquarian Society; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22946824
© Courtesy, American Antiquarian Society / Bridgeman Images
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This lithograph, titled "A political game of brag, or, the best hand out of four" offers a satirical glimpse into American politics during the 1832 election campaign. Created by an anonymous artist from the 19th century American School, this print measures 23.8x29.1 cm and is housed in the prestigious American Antiquarian Society in Worcester, Massachusetts. In this intriguing scene, we witness a high-stakes poker game played by prominent figures of that era. Andrew Jackson, the seventh President of the United States and a Democrat, sits at one end of the table alongside John C. Calhoun, his Vice President. On the other side sit William Wirt representing Anti-Masonic party and Henry Clay representing National Republican party. The cards they hold reveal their respective strategies and beliefs: Calhoun's hand represents his support for the United States Bank while Jackson's cards symbolize "Intrigue, Corruption and Imbecility". This clever depiction highlights not only their differing views on economic policies but also suggests underlying themes of deception and incompetence within political circles. With its detailed engravings and subtle symbolism, this lithograph serves as both a historical artifact and a biting commentary on power dynamics in early America. It showcases how art can be used to convey complex ideas with wit and satire while shedding light on significant events in our nation's past.
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