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THE BOSTONIANS IN DISTRESS. A British cartoon sympathizing with Bostons plight
THE BOSTONIANS IN DISTRESS.
A British cartoon sympathizing with Bostons plight following the closing of its port by British parliament in 1774. Mezzotint attributed to Philip Dawe, published 19 November 1774
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Media ID 12322472
1774 Allegory Boston Harbor Cage Colonist Colony Confinement Danger Dock Feed Fish Intolerable Acts Liberated Liberty Tree November Philip Politics Satire Seafood Tree Bostonian Closing Dawe
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience a piece of historical art with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring "The Bostonians in Distress" by 140_1697802 from Granger Art on Demand. This compelling British cartoon from 1774 poignantly captures the sympathy of the British people towards the hardships faced by the people of Boston following the closure of its port by the British Parliament in response to the Boston Tea Act. Add this thought-provoking piece to your home or office for a captivating display of historical significance.
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 42cm x 56.2cm (16.5" x 22.1")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photo print, titled "The Bostonians in Distress" transports us back to a pivotal moment in history - the year 1774. The image is a British cartoon that sympathizes with the plight of the people of Boston following the closure of its port by the British Parliament. In this powerful allegory, attributed to Philip Dawe and published on November 19th, we witness a scene filled with symbolism and political satire. The central focus is a group of men confined within a cage, representing the colonists trapped by English oppression. They stand near Boston Harbor's dock, once bustling with trade but now deserted due to the intolerable acts imposed upon them. Amidst their confinement, these brave individuals are depicted feeding on fish from their beloved harbor while gazing longingly at Liberty Tree - an emblematic symbol of freedom and resistance against tyranny. This poignant imagery reflects both their longing for liberation and defiance against unjust policies. Through this artwork, we glimpse into the turbulent times that shaped America's fight for independence. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come as a nation and honors those who fought tirelessly for our cherished liberties. "The Bostonians in Distress" captures not only historical significance but also showcases art's ability to convey profound messages about human struggle and resilience.
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