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Ograbme, or The American-Snapping Turtle, 1808 (litho)
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Ograbme, or The American-Snapping Turtle, 1808 (litho)
778657 Ograbme, or The American-Snapping Turtle, 1808 (litho) by American School, (19th century); Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; (add.info.: The Embargo Act of 1807 was a general embargo enacted by the United States Congress against Great Britain and France during the Napoleonic Wars.
Political cartoon showing merchants dodging the " Ograbme", which is " Embargo" spelled backwards.); eNew York Historical Society; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23483934
© New York Historical Society / Bridgeman Images
Dispute Merchants Trading Turtle Dodging Embargo Merchant Snapping Snapping Turtle
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The photograph captures a lithograph titled "Ograbme, or The American-Snapping Turtle, 1808" by the American School in the 19th century. This artwork is part of the collection at the New-York Historical Society in the USA. The lithograph depicts a political cartoon that satirizes the Embargo Act of 1807 enacted by the United States Congress during the Napoleonic Wars. In this humorous illustration, merchants are shown dodging an entity called "Ograbme" which is actually "Embargo" spelled backward. The image showcases a bustling harbor with ships and men engaged in trade activities. However, their movements are hindered as they try to avoid being caught by Ograbme, representing the restrictions imposed by this controversial act. This cleverly crafted cartoon highlights both political and economic conflicts arising from trade disputes during that time period. It serves as a reminder of how satire can be used to critique government policies and spark public discourse. With its intricate details and witty symbolism, this lithograph offers viewers an insightful glimpse into America's historical context while also showcasing artistic talent through its skillful engraving techniques. As an important piece within American art history, it sheds light on significant events such as embargoes and their impact on merchants' livelihoods.
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