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CARTOON: ANTI-TRUST, 1902. The beef trust satirized in a cartoon from An Alphabet
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CARTOON: ANTI-TRUST, 1902. The beef trust satirized in a cartoon from An Alphabet
CARTOON: ANTI-TRUST, 1902.
The beef trust satirized in a cartoon from An Alphabet of Joyous Trusts. Cartoon by Frederick Burr Opper, 1902
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1902 Alphabet Alphabet Of Joyous Trusts Antitrust Basket Beef Burr Butcher Capitalism Chopping Cleaver Cutting Finance Frederick Greed Monopoly Opper Personification Political Rhyme Satire Top Hat Trust
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This print titled "CARTOON: ANTI-TRUST, 1902" takes us back to a significant moment in American history. Created by the talented cartoonist Frederick Burr Opper, this satirical artwork was part of his collection called An Alphabet of Joyous Trusts. The image humorously depicts the infamous beef trust that dominated the early 20th-century meatpacking industry. In this thought-provoking cartoon, Opper personifies greed and monopoly through a group of men wearing top hats and wielding cleavers. They are portrayed as butchers chopping away at a large basket labeled "Trust" symbolizing their control over the market. This clever visual metaphor highlights the detrimental effects of unchecked capitalism on society. The artist's use of political satire is evident in his critique of monopolistic practices during this era. By exposing the corrupt nature of these trusts, Opper aimed to raise awareness about their negative impact on both consumers and smaller businesses. This historical print offers us a glimpse into America's turn-of-the-century struggles with corporate power and economic inequality. It serves as a reminder that even then, individuals were questioning the ethics behind such concentrated wealth and influence. As we admire this piece from Granger Art on Demand, let it spark conversations about our own contemporary battles against monopolies while appreciating its artistic brilliance and timeless relevance.
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