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FOOLISH FOREFATHERS, 1894. What Fools These Forefathers Were! American cartoon, 1894, by Frederick Opper satirizing the desire of some descendants of immigrants to improve on their pedigree
FOOLISH FOREFATHERS, 1894.
What Fools These Forefathers Were! American cartoon, 1894, by Frederick Opper satirizing the desire of some descendants of immigrants to improve on their pedigree
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Media ID 6258071
1894 Ancestry Frederick Immigrant Opper Political Acts Satire Descendant
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.5cm (9.6" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
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.
FOOLISH FOREFATHERS, 1894. What Fools These Forefathers Were! American cartoon, 1894, by Frederick Opper satirizing the desire of some descendants of immigrants to improve on their pedigree
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print titled "Foolish Forefathers" takes us back to the year 1894 when renowned American cartoonist Frederick Opper skillfully crafted a satirical masterpiece. With his sharp wit and artistic prowess, Opper aimed to mock those individuals who sought to enhance their ancestry despite being descendants of immigrants. In this thought-provoking image, we witness Opper's genius at work. The cartoon depicts a group of Americans proudly displaying their family trees while foolishly attempting to elevate their lineage beyond what it truly is. Through exaggerated facial expressions and comical gestures, Opper highlights the absurdity of such endeavors. By creating this satire, Opper sheds light on an underlying societal issue prevalent during that era – the obsession with social status and heritage. He challenges the notion that one's worth should be determined solely by ancestral background rather than individual achievements or character. As we gaze upon this historical artwork today, it serves as a reminder that our forefathers were not perfect beings but flawed individuals just like ourselves. It encourages us to embrace our diverse immigrant roots without feeling compelled to fabricate or embellish our pedigrees for personal gain or validation. Frederick Opper's "Foolish Forefathers" continues to resonate in
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