Fine Art Print : The American Samson
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The American Samson
The American Samson. Illustration shows Theodore Roosevelt as Delilah with a broken pair of shears, one side labeled Senate and the other labeled House; behind, reclining on a bed is Samson, a long-haired old man labeled The Railroads, his hair labeled Rate Fixing Power; he appears to be asleep, having pleasant Rate Fixing dreams, caressing his long locks with his left hand. Date 1905 December 13. The American Samson. Illustration shows Theodore Roosevelt as Delilah with a broken pair of shears, one side labeled Senate and the other labeled House; behind, reclining on a bed is Samson, a long-haired old man labeled The Railroads, his hair labeled Rate Fixing Power; he appears to be asleep, having pleasant Rate Fixing dreams, caressing his long locks with his left hand. Date 1905 December 13
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the thought-provoking and witty take on political power dynamics with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring The American Samson by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating illustration reimagines Theodore Roosevelt as Delilah, with a broken pair of shears symbolizing the Senate and House of Representatives, while a reclining Samson represents the powerful figure being manipulated. Add a touch of political satire to your home or office décor with this intriguing and visually striking piece.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 36.5cm x 50.8cm (14.4" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
The American Samson: A Political Satire from Puck Magazine, 1905 This intriguing political cartoon, titled "The American Samson," was published in Puck Magazine on December 13, 1905. The illustration satirizes the political power struggle between the Senate and the House of Representatives over the regulation of railroad rates. At the forefront of the scene, Theodore Roosevelt, depicted as Delilah, is shown with a pair of broken shears. One side of the shears bears the label "Senate," and the other, "House," reflecting the ongoing debate between these two branches of government over their respective authority to regulate railroad rates. Behind Delilah, reclining on a bed, is a long-haired old man labeled "The Railroads." He is depicted as Samson, a biblical figure renowned for his immense strength. His hair, labeled "Rate Fixing Power," is a symbol of the railroads' economic influence and control. Samson appears to be asleep, enjoying pleasant dreams of rate fixing, as he caresses his long locks with his left hand. This cartoon reflects the political tensions of the time, as the government grappled with the issue of railroad regulation and the balance of power between the Senate and the House. The use of the Samson and Delilah narrative adds an engaging and humorous twist to the political commentary, highlighting the complexities of the political landscape during this era.
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