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Poster Print : GRANGER MOVEMENT. The Grange Awakening the Sleepers. American cartoon, 1873, inspired by the Vanderbilt system of secret rebates, showing a farmer trying to rouse the country to the railroad menace
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GRANGER MOVEMENT. The Grange Awakening the Sleepers. American cartoon, 1873, inspired by the Vanderbilt system of secret rebates, showing a farmer trying to rouse the country to the railroad menace
GRANGER MOVEMENT.
The Grange Awakening the Sleepers. American cartoon, 1873, inspired by the Vanderbilt system of secret rebates, showing a farmer trying to rouse the country to the railroad menace
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Media ID 6192067
1800s 1870s 1873 Awakening Corruption Crime Farmer Grange Granger Movement Political Acts Sleeper Train Vanderbilt Political Movement
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Bring history to life with our captivating Granger Movement Poster Print from Granger Art on Demand. This vintage American cartoon, created in 1873, powerfully illustrates the Grange Awakening the Sleepers, a movement inspired by the corrupt Vanderbilt system of secret rebates. Witness the iconic image of a determined farmer rousing the country, awakening the masses to the railroad menace. Add this inspiring and thought-provoking piece to your home or office space, and start a conversation about the power of unity and the importance of standing up against injustice."
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 44.4cm (16.5" x 17.5")
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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This print titled "GRANGER MOVEMENT. The Grange Awakening the Sleepers" takes us back to a significant moment in American history during the late 1800s. Inspired by the corrupt practices of the Vanderbilt system, this thought-provoking cartoon from 1873 depicts a determined farmer attempting to awaken his fellow countrymen to the dangers posed by powerful railroad companies. The image showcases an era when political movements like the Granger Movement were gaining momentum across America. With its symbolic portrayal of a sleeper representing oblivious citizens, it serves as a call to action against corporate greed and corruption within the railroad industry. Intriguingly, this artwork sheds light on how ordinary individuals fought against injustice and sought to protect their rights amidst growing economic disparities. It reminds us that even in times of great adversity, grassroots movements can emerge as catalysts for change. As we gaze upon this historical artifact, we are transported back in time - witnessing not only an artistic representation but also feeling the palpable tension between progress and exploitation that defined America's industrial revolution. This photograph is not just a mere snapshot; it encapsulates an entire era marked by political acts aimed at rectifying societal imbalances. Through its visual storytelling, this remarkable piece invites us to reflect on our own responsibility towards shaping society and standing up against injustices that threaten our collective well-being.
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