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The Watch on Spoilers. The Democratic Tigers and Republian Vultures Must Be Kept at Bay. 1886. Creator: Thomas Nast
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The Watch on Spoilers. The Democratic Tigers and Republian Vultures Must Be Kept at Bay. 1886. Creator: Thomas Nast
The Watch on Spoilers. The Democratic Tigers and Republian Vultures Must Be Kept at Bay. 1886
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1800s 1886 Cover Democratic Party Feline Front Cover Frontpage Guarding Harpers Harpers Magazine Harpers Weekly Nast Thomas Political Party Republican Republican Party Symbol Symbols Thomas Nast Tiger Vulture
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This powerful and iconic wood engraving by Thomas Nast, titled "The Watch on Spoilers. The Democratic Tigers and Republican Vultures Must Be Kept at Bay," was first published in Harper's Weekly in 1886. Nast, a renowned political cartoonist of the 19th century, masterfully depicted the intense political climate of the time through the use of symbolic animals. In this image, two formidable figures stand guard over a sleeping infant, representing the United States. A Democratic Tiger, with its sharp claws and menacing expression, watches over the left side, while a Republican Vulture, with its ominous wings spread and beady eyes, stands on the right. The pair symbolize the two major political parties and their perceived threats to the nation. The woman in the foreground, holding a sword, symbolizes the need for vigilance and protection against the potential dangers posed by both parties. The swords in the hands of the two figures further emphasize the theme of warfare and the need for defense. This image, with its bold lines and stark contrasts, is a testament to Nast's artistic skill and his ability to capture the political zeitgeist of the time. The National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C. houses this valuable piece of heritage art, which continues to be a significant symbol of the political landscape of the late 1800s. Thomas Nast's "The Watch on Spoilers" is a powerful reminder of the importance of political vigilance and the need to keep the forces of division and destruction at bay, no matter which party they may represent.
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