Postcard : Political Game of Brag - Shew of Hands 1848

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Political Game of Brag - Shew of Hands 1848

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Media ID 9697745

© Universal History Archive

1848 American Culture Cartoon Chair Communication Democracy Election Game Illustration Technique Medium Group Of People Meeting Only Men Playing Playing Cards Politics President Satire Table Text Togetherness Western Script

Postcards (8 pack of A6)

Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.

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Estimated Product Size is 15cm x 10.6cm (5.9" x 4.2")

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.

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this historical print, titled "Political Game of Brag - Shew of Hands 1848" we are transported back to a pivotal moment in American democracy. The scene unfolds around a large table where a group of men, the key players in this political game, have gathered for an intense meeting. Satire and wit fill the air as they engage in lively conversation and strategic gameplay. The artist, Edward Williams Clay, masterfully captures the essence of this democratic process through his brilliant illustration technique. Every detail is meticulously portrayed; from the animated expressions on each man's face to their Western script text written on playing cards. As we delve deeper into the image, it becomes clear that these men represent different factions vying for power during the election year of 1848. Their postures and gestures reveal both confidence and apprehension as they attempt to sway opinions and secure votes. This painting serves as a reminder of our nation's rich political history and highlights how communication played a vital role even then. It also sheds light on the exclusivity of politics at that time with only men present at such gatherings. With its horizontal composition and medium group size, this artwork encapsulates an era when elections were not just about policies but also about strategy, camaraderie, and ultimately shaping America's future.

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