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FREE SILVER CARTOON, 1896. A Free Silver Alnaschar
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FREE SILVER CARTOON, 1896. A Free Silver Alnaschar
FREE SILVER CARTOON, 1896.
A Free Silver Alnaschar. Cartoon depicting a careless farmer speculating on how much money he may make with the free silver policy. Chromolithograph by Joseph Keppler, 1896
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1896 Anti Cart Chromolithograph Farmer Free Silver Horse Drawn Joseph Keppler Poor Watermelon Blinder Careless Ignorance Stereograph Turn Of Century
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The "Free Silver Cartoon, 1896" is a vivid portrayal of the economic and political climate in late 19th century America. Created by Joseph Keppler, this chromolithograph captures the essence of the free silver policy through a satirical lens. In the image, we see a careless farmer sitting on his horse-drawn cart, surrounded by watermelons. Ignorant to the consequences of his actions, he speculates on how much money he can make with the free silver policy. This cartoon symbolizes the ignorance and shortsightedness prevalent among those who supported this monetary system. Keppler's artwork serves as an anti-free silver statement, highlighting its potential negative impact on American society. The artist skillfully uses humor and irony to convey his message, making it accessible to a wider audience. This print offers us a glimpse into turn-of-the-century America and provides valuable insight into the debates surrounding monetary policies during that time. It reminds us of our responsibility to critically analyze economic decisions and consider their long-term effects. Granger Art on Demand has preserved this historical artifact from The Granger Collection for us to appreciate and learn from today. It serves as a reminder that art can be both aesthetically pleasing and intellectually stimulating while shedding light on important moments in history.
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