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Metal Print : A cherub labelled "1894" smashing a bottle of champagne as he launches a large, modern ship, the Ship of State, 1893
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A cherub labelled "1894" smashing a bottle of champagne as he launches a large, modern ship, the Ship of State, 1893
1577295 A cherub labelled "1894" smashing a bottle of champagne as he launches a large, modern ship, the Ship of State, 1893; (add.info.: Launched at last! good luck to her! by Charles Jay Taylor 1855-1929. Published 1893. Print shows a cherub labelled "1894" smashing a bottle of champagne as he launches a large, modern ship, the Ship of State, under the banner "Tariff Reform" with Grover Cleveland and members of his cabinet standing on the bow waving their hats; in the background, the Spector of "1893" hovers over a sailing ship labelled "McKinley Tariff". Among those with Cleveland are Walter Q. Gresham, John G. Carlisle, Richard Olney, and either Daniel S. Lamont or Vice President Adlai E. Stevenson.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38406772
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
Grover Cleveland Reform Tariff
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Add some whimsy and humor to your space with our Metal Prints from Media Storehouse! This unique piece features 'A cherub labelled "1894" smashing a bottle of champagne as he launches a large, modern ship, the Ship of State, 1893' by Bridgeman Images. A playful take on maritime history, this metal print is sure to bring a smile to anyone's face.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 38.1cm (10" x 15")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This satirical print from 1893 captures the excitement and optimism surrounding the launch of the Ship of State, symbolizing the new era of Tariff Reform under President Grover Cleveland. The cherub labeled "1894" gleefully smashes a bottle of champagne to christen the ship, while Cleveland and his cabinet members cheer on from the bow. In the background, the specter of "1893" looms over a sailing ship labeled "McKinley Tariff", hinting at the challenges faced in previous years.
The artist, Charles Jay Taylor, skillfully blends humor with political commentary as he portrays this pivotal moment in American history. The scene is filled with symbolism and detail, inviting viewers to reflect on the complexities of government and trade policies during that time.
As we look back on this piece today, it serves as a reminder of how art can be used to critique and challenge authority. It also highlights the enduring relevance of political satire in shaping public discourse. Overall, this print is a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era when politics and art intersected in unexpected ways.
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