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[Dame Butler], c. 1868, (litho)
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[Dame Butler], c. 1868, (litho)
AQS336742 [Dame Butler], c.1868, (litho) by American School, (19th century); 22x31 cm; American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA; (add.info.: Benjamin Franklin Butler (1818-93), US Politician, Governor of Massachusetts, at desk, asks Francis Fessenden (1839-1907), Union Army General, & Benjamin Franklin Wade (1800-73), US Senator, to spell " guilty." Fessenden won t; Wade will. Refers to impeachment of Andrew Johnson (1808-75), 17th President of the USA. If Johnson were impeached, Wade as pres. pro tem of Senate would become president of U.S. Butler head of impeachment committee; ); eCourtesy, American Antiquarian Society; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22678880
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This black and white lithograph print, titled "[Dame Butler], c. 1868" captures a significant moment in American political history. The print showcases Benjamin Franklin Butler, a prominent US politician and Governor of Massachusetts during the 19th century. Seated at his desk, Butler is depicted engaging Francis Fessenden, a Union Army General, and Benjamin Franklin Wade, a US Senator. The composition focuses on an intriguing exchange between these three figures as Butler asks them to spell "guilty". Fessenden refuses while Wade agrees. This scene alludes to the impeachment proceedings against Andrew Johnson, the 17th President of the United States. If Johnson were impeached, Wade would assume presidency as the president pro tempore of Senate. As head of the impeachment committee, Butler's role in this historical event cannot be understated. The artist skillfully uses caricature to convey both humor and satire in this political cartoon from North America's past. With meticulous attention to detail and precision engraving techniques employed by Bridgeman Images' fine art reproduction process, this litho offers viewers an insightful glimpse into American politics during that era. Preserved by the American Antiquarian Society in Worcester, Massachusetts, USA; this remarkable piece serves as a testament to our nation's rich history and its enduring fascination with politics.
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