Pughe Collection

The Shakespeare Memorial Theatre, Stratford On Avon, c1905. Artist: Buddig Anwylini Pughe
The Shakespeare Memorial Theatre, Stratford-On-Avon, c1905. From The Studio Volume 67. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1916]

IMPERIALISM CARTOON, 1896. American cartoon by J. S. Pughe, 1896, on Spains problems with the independence movements of
IMPERIALISM CARTOON, 1896. American cartoon by J.S. Pughe, 1896, on Spains problems with the independence movements of Cuba and the Philippines

W. MCKINLEY CARTOON, 1896. American cartoon by J. S. Pughe, 1896, suggesting that Monopoly would be welcome at
W. MCKINLEY CARTOON, 1896. American cartoon by J.S. Pughe, 1896, suggesting that Monopoly would be welcome at the White House When McKinley is President

POPULIST PARTY CARTOON. American cartoon by J. S. Pughe, 1904, of William Jennings Bryan as the Populist Paul Revere
POPULIST PARTY CARTOON. American cartoon by J.S. Pughe, 1904, of William Jennings Bryan as the Populist Paul Revere

CARTOON: CROKER, 1901. An English country seat and racing stable cost a lot of money - and he knows how to get it. Cartoon comment from Puck on Richard Croker, leader of Tammany Hall

PUCK: CARTOON, 1906. Shy. ST. VALENTINE - Don t be afraid to take em, boys. They re valentines, not supoenas. St. Valentine delivering mail to William D. Mann, John A

CARTOON: PUCK, 1905. The Commercial Club of Washington. Cartoon showing Nelson Aldrich as king of the U.S. Senate with Theodore Roosevelt kneeling before him. Cartoon by J.S

WILLIAM JENNINGS BRYAN (1860-1925). American laywer and political leader. The Wind Won t Hold Out. William Jennings Bryan on the campaign trail in an 1896 cartoon by J.S. Pughe

CARTOON: OIL INDUSTRY. A Kansas David in the Field. Cartoon showing Henry Harrison Tucker, Jr. who tried to run small oil refineries in Kansas, battling John D

Hes Back Again. After William McKinleys victory in the 1896 election, the lobbyist for protective tariffs walks tall
TARIFF LOBBYIST, 1897. Hes Back Again. After William McKinleys victory in the 1896 election, the lobbyist for protective tariffs walks tall and fat in the U.S. Congress. Cartoon, 1897, by J.S. Pughe

Grover Cleveland depicted as the champion of Civil Service reform in an 1895 cartoon by J. S. Pughe
G. CLEVELAND CARTOON, 1895. Grover Cleveland depicted as the champion of Civil Service reform in an 1895 cartoon by J.S. Pughe

FREE SILVER CARTOON, 1896. American cartoon by J. S. Pughe, 1896, suggesting that the Western Free Silverites had
FREE SILVER CARTOON, 1896. American cartoon by J.S. Pughe, 1896, suggesting that the Western Free Silverites had captured control of the Democratic party

VENEZUELA BOUNDARY, 1896. An 1896 American cartoon by J. S. Pughe hailing the amicable settlement by arbitration of
VENEZUELA BOUNDARY, 1896. An 1896 American cartoon by J.S. Pughe hailing the amicable settlement by arbitration of the Venezuelan Boundary dispute

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"Pughe: A Master of Political Satire and Artistic Expression" J. S. Pughe, a renowned American cartoonist and artist, left an indelible mark on the world of political satire during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His works captured significant moments in history with wit, humor, and thought-provoking imagery. One such masterpiece is his depiction of The Shakespeare Memorial Theatre in Stratford-on-Avon around 1905. Pughe's artistic prowess shines through as he beautifully portrays this iconic landmark, paying homage to the timeless legacy of William Shakespeare. In another striking piece from 1896, Pughe tackles the issue of imperialism with a powerful cartoon highlighting Spain's struggles against independence movements in Cuba and the Philippines. With meticulous attention to detail, he sheds light on the complexities surrounding colonialism while questioning its moral implications. Pughe's talent for capturing political figures' essence is evident in his portrayal of William Jennings Bryan as Populist Paul Revere in a 1904 cartoon. Through clever symbolism and astute observation, he presents Bryan as a champion for change during a time when populism was gaining momentum across America. The artist also delves into social issues like wealth disparity in his work "Croker" from 1901. By depicting an extravagant English country seat alongside racing stables that demand exorbitant expenses, Pughe highlights how opulence can come at great cost to society. Puck Magazine featured one of Pughe's cartoons titled "Shy St. Valentine" in 1906 where Cupid hesitates before shooting arrows at potential suitors on Valentine's Day. This whimsical illustration showcases Pughe's ability to infuse lightheartedness into his art while still conveying deeper messages about love and vulnerability.