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The destruction of the good ship Public Credit, in the harbour of Independence, Uncle Sam
AQS332039 The destruction of the good ship Public Credit, in the harbour of Independence, Uncle Sam, Commander, c.1836 (litho) by American School, (19th century); 28.4x32.9 cm; American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA; (add.info.: Andrew Jackson (1767-1845) was the 7th President of the United States; ); eCourtesy, American Antiquarian Society; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23205458
© Courtesy, American Antiquarian Society / Bridgeman Images
Alligator Banking Crisis Crocodile Explosion Finance Political Cartoon United States Bank
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of captivating poster prints, featuring the iconic image "The Destruction of the Good Ship Public Credit, in the Harbour of Independence, Uncle Sam" by the American School. This powerful lithograph, created around 1836, depicts Uncle Sam standing on the deck of a sinking ship, symbolizing the impending financial crisis and the need for national unity. Bring this historical masterpiece into your home or office to inspire and ignite intriguing conversations. Order your Media Storehouse poster print today and add a touch of history to your space.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 51.6cm x 42cm (20.3" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This lithograph titled "The destruction of the good ship Public Credit, in the harbour of Independence, Uncle Sam" showcases a powerful political cartoon from 1836. The image depicts a chaotic scene in which the United States' banking crisis is symbolized by the sinking of a ship named "Public Credit". Standing proudly at the helm is President Andrew Jackson, known as Uncle Sam, who appears to be commanding this disastrous event. The artist's satirical approach becomes evident through various elements within the print. A menacing crocodile lurks beneath the water, representing financial instability and greed. The explosion on board suggests an imminent collapse of public trust and economic stability. This cleverly crafted engraving serves as both a critique and warning about the consequences of unregulated finance. Measuring 28.4x32.9 cm, this lithograph captures attention with its intricate details and thought-provoking symbolism. Preserved by American Antiquarian Society in Worcester, Massachusetts, it offers us insight into historical events that shaped America's financial landscape during Jackson's presidency. "The destruction of the good ship Public Credit" invites viewers to reflect upon past challenges faced by our nation while drawing parallels to contemporary issues surrounding banking systems and political decision-making processes. It stands as a testament to art's ability to convey complex ideas through visual storytelling and remains relevant even today.
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