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ALASKA PURCHASE CARTOON. An American cartoon of 1867 deriding Secretary of State William H
ALASKA PURCHASE CARTOON.
An American cartoon of 1867 deriding Secretary of State William H. Seward for having made a bad bargain over the Alaska purchase
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Media ID 12322206
1867 Agreement Alaska Helmet Iceberg Polar Bear Political Action Politician Secretary Of State Seward Sewards Folly Statehood Territory William
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Fine Art Print of the Alaska Purchase Cartoon. This captivating 1867 American cartoon, sourced from Granger Art on Demand, satirically depicts Secretary of State William H. Seward's controversial acquisition of Alaska. Add a touch of history and humor to your home or office decor with this intriguing piece of art. Order your Fine Art Print today and bring a piece of the past into your space.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 47cm x 50.8cm (18.5" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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ALASKA PURCHASE CARTOON - A Satirical Take on Seward's Folly
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. This intriguing 1867 American cartoon, titled "ALASKA PURCHASE CARTOON" offers a humorous and critical perspective on Secretary of State William H. Seward's decision to acquire Alaska. Depicting the aftermath of the controversial agreement, this print captures the sentiment surrounding what many considered a dubious purchase. In the center of the illustration, we see Secretary Seward wearing a comically oversized helmet labeled "Sewards Folly". He stands atop an iceberg in the middle of icy Alaskan waters, surrounded by polar bears and men struggling to adapt to their new surroundings. The artist skillfully portrays these figures as symbols of political action and territorial acquisition. The cartoon effectively conveys public opinion at that time - mocking Seward for what was perceived as an ill-advised bargain. Critics believed that purchasing such a vast expanse of frozen land lacked strategic value or economic potential. Despite initial skepticism, history has proven otherwise. This artwork serves as a reminder that appearances can be deceiving; Alaska eventually emerged as one of America's most valuable assets due to its rich natural resources and geopolitical significance. Granger Art on Demand presents this piece from 1867 with great attention to detail and historical accuracy. It invites viewers to reflect upon past decisions made by politicians while highlighting how perceptions can change over time.
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