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Wall Street Fat Cat Gambling with Other Peoples Money, 1908 (lithograph)
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Wall Street Fat Cat Gambling with Other Peoples Money, 1908 (lithograph)
2622519 Wall Street Fat Cat Gambling with Other PeopleAs Money, 1908 (lithograph) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vintage illustration of a tuxedo-wearing Wall Street fat cat, gambling at a roulette table with the money of the little guy; color lithograph, 1908.); Photo eGraphicaArtis; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22420898
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This lithograph from 1908, titled "Wall Street Fat Cat Gambling with Other People's Money" offers a striking commentary on the greed and power prevalent in the financial world. The vintage illustration depicts a well-dressed Wall Street fat cat, adorned in a tuxedo and top hat, engaging in high-stakes gambling at a roulette table. With an air of arrogance and indifference, he wagers not his own money but that of the "little guy". The artist skillfully captures the stark contrast between the wealthy elite and those who entrust their savings to them. Loaded dice and marked cards symbolize corruption within this system, while stacks of casino chips and overflowing money bags represent excessive wealth amassed through risky investments. In this scene, we witness how these powerful figures manipulate not only their own fortunes but also the lives of ordinary individuals who rely on them for financial security. The image serves as a reminder of the vast divide between those who hold immense influence over our economic systems and those left powerless by their actions. Through its intricate details and thought-provoking symbolism, this lithograph sheds light on issues such as profiteering, investment risks, corruption, and inequality that continue to resonate today. It stands as both an artistic masterpiece capturing a specific era in American history and a timeless critique of unchecked power within financial institutions.
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