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LOUISIANA LOTTERY, 1890. The Lottery Octopus
LOUISIANA LOTTERY, 1890.
The Lottery Octopus. An 1890 cartoon on the evils of the Louisiana State Lottery
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Media ID 12395529
Commerce Lottery Louisiana Octopus Politics Tentacle United States Southeast
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating allure of the past with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. Our latest addition, "The Lottery Octopus" by 140_1685780 from Granger Art on Demand, is a captivating 1890 cartoon that sheds light on the evils of the Louisiana State Lottery. This intriguing piece, titled "Louisiana Lottery," showcases an octopus with numerous tentacles, each one representing a lottery ticket, ensnaring unsuspecting victims. With its rich history and thought-provoking commentary, this Fine Art Print is a must-have for any collection. Bring a piece of the past into your home and start a conversation with this mesmerizing work of art.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 32.2cm (21" x 12.7")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "LOUISIANA LOTTERY, 1890. The Lottery Octopus" takes us back to the turn of the century in America. This thought-provoking artwork is a cartoon that sheds light on the dark side of politics, commerce, and the lottery industry in Louisiana during that time. The central focus of this image is an intricately drawn octopus, symbolizing the powerful influence of the Louisiana State Lottery. Its tentacles stretch out across a map of Southeast United States, representing its far-reaching impact on society. Each tentacle represents a different aspect: corruption, greed, manipulation - all elements associated with this controversial institution. As we delve into this piece further, we can see how it serves as a critique against not only the lottery but also wider issues within American society at that time. It highlights how political power and money intertwine with one another for personal gain rather than benefiting society as a whole. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every stroke; from intricate shading to precise linework capturing each wrinkle on the octopus' body. This print allows us to appreciate both its historical significance and artistic merit. By displaying "LOUISIANA LOTTERY, 1890. The Lottery Octopus". Granger Art on Demand invites viewers to reflect upon past societal flaws while reminding us of our responsibility to learn from history's mistakes.
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