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INCOME TAX CARTOON, 1895. American millionaire Russell Sage, Hetty Green and George
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INCOME TAX CARTOON, 1895. American millionaire Russell Sage, Hetty Green and George
INCOME TAX CARTOON, 1895.
American millionaire Russell Sage, Hetty Green and George Gould tearfully pay their income taxes in this 1895 cartoon by F.B. Opper
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Media ID 13133533
1895 Burr Commerce Crying Federal Finance Frederick George Gould Green Henrietta Income Tax Opper Political Action Russel Sage Satire Hetty Howland
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This vintage print captures a poignant moment in American history, showcasing the emotional impact of income tax on three prominent figures. In 1895, renowned millionaire Russell Sage, along with Hetty Green and George Gould, can be seen shedding tears as they dutifully pay their income taxes. Created by F. B. Opper, this satirical cartoon reflects the late 19th-century political climate surrounding finance and commerce. The image portrays a powerful contrast between wealth and vulnerability as these influential individuals succumb to the burden of federal taxation. Clad in fashionable clothing representative of the era's elite class, Sage, Green, and Gould demonstrate that even those at the pinnacle of society are not immune to financial obligations imposed by the government. Frederick Burr Opper's artistic brilliance lies in his ability to capture both humor and sadness simultaneously. Through this clever satire, he highlights how income tax affects people from all walks of life during America's turn-of-the-century period. As we gaze upon this thought-provoking piece from Granger Art on Demand collection titled "Income Tax Cartoon" it serves as a reminder that no matter our status or wealth, we are all subject to societal responsibilities such as paying taxes. This historical artifact invites us to reflect on how far we have come since then while recognizing that certain aspects remain unchanged throughout time.
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