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CARTOON: BLUE LAWS, 1895. The Sunday-Closing Movement in Africa. The Crocodile- What
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CARTOON: BLUE LAWS, 1895. The Sunday-Closing Movement in Africa. The Crocodile- What
CARTOON: BLUE LAWS, 1895.
The Sunday-Closing Movement in Africa. The Crocodile- " What! Tryin t get a drink on Sunday, eh? I ll have to pull you in. Cartoon, American, 1895
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1895 Africa African Alcohol Blue Laws Crocodile Drinking Giraffe Legal Political Sunday
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This vintage cartoon print titled "CARTOON: BLUE LAWS, 1895. The Sunday-Closing Movement in Africa" captures a humorous political commentary on the prohibition of alcohol sales on Sundays during the late 19th century. Set in Africa, the scene depicts a crocodile acting as an enforcer of these strict laws, confronting a giraffe attempting to enjoy a drink on this forbidden day. The artist cleverly portrays the crocodile as an authority figure with its stern expression and outstretched arm ready to apprehend any violators. The surprised giraffe's reaction adds comedic value to the illustration, emphasizing society's struggle against these restrictive regulations. This lithograph serves as both entertainment and social critique, shedding light on America's blue laws that were prevalent at the turn of the century. These laws aimed to enforce religious observance by prohibiting certain activities such as drinking alcohol or engaging in commercial transactions on Sundays. By placing this scenario in Africa, it highlights how such legislation was not limited to American shores but had global implications. This thought-provoking piece invites viewers to reflect upon societal norms and question whether restrictions like these are necessary or merely arbitrary. Granger Art on Demand offers us a glimpse into history through their extensive collection of prints like this one. It allows us to appreciate art's ability to capture cultural moments while also reminding us of our shared human experiences across time and continents.
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