Metal Print > Popular Themes > Recruitment
Metal Print : CARTOON: MEXICAN WAR, 1846. Volunteers for Texas. An 1846 American cartoon deriding sentiment for the war with Mexico
Metal Prints from Granger
CARTOON: MEXICAN WAR, 1846. Volunteers for Texas. An 1846 American cartoon deriding sentiment for the war with Mexico
CARTOON: MEXICAN WAR, 1846.
Volunteers for Texas. An 1846 American cartoon deriding sentiment for the war with Mexico
Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age
Media ID 6257759
1846 Epaulette Inspection Latin America Latin American Manifest Destiny Mesoamerica Mesoamerican Mexican Mexican War Mexico Political Acts Recruiting Satirical Shako South West Strap Texas Us Army Volunteer Westward Expansion Attention Troop
20"x20" (51x51cm) Metal Print
Add a unique touch to your home or office decor with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints featuring the classic 1846 American cartoon, "Volunteers for Texas," by 140_1657911 from Granger Art on Demand. This intriguing piece of historical art, which depicts a satirical take on the sentiment for the Mexican-American War, comes to life in vivid detail on a high-quality metal print. The sleek, modern metal surface enhances the contrast and brightness of the image, making it a captivating conversation starter. Bring a piece of American history into your space with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints.
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.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Granger Art on Demand
> Cartoons
> North America
> Mexico
> Related Images
> Popular Themes
> Recruitment
> South America
> Related Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
This 1846 American cartoon print titled "Volunteers for Texas" captures the satirical sentiment surrounding the Mexican War. The image depicts a group of uniformed soldiers in the South West, representing the volunteers from Texas. Each soldier is meticulously detailed, wearing a shako hat and carrying various military accessories like straps and epaulettes. The artist's intention was to deride the enthusiasm for war with Mexico by mocking these volunteers. The cartoon draws attention to political acts such as westward expansion and manifest destiny that fueled this conflict. It serves as a reminder of America's ambitions during this period. The middle ground between Mexico and America is highlighted in this artwork, emphasizing the tension between these two nations. The Latin American influence on both sides is evident through cultural symbols present in their attire. This historical artifact provides valuable insight into how public opinion regarding war was expressed through art during that time. It offers an intriguing glimpse into attitudes towards conflicts and recruitment efforts within society.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.