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CENSORSHIP SEAL, 1873. The seal of the New York Society for the Suppression of Vice
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CENSORSHIP SEAL, 1873. The seal of the New York Society for the Suppression of Vice
CENSORSHIP SEAL, 1873.
The seal of the New York Society for the Suppression of Vice, founded in 1873. On the left, the purveyor of obscenity is being thrust into a cell; while on the right a Christian layman consigns infamous volumes to the flames
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1873 Anthony Arrest Authority Burn Censorship Christianity Circle Comstock Crime New York Police Prison Punishment Seal Smoke Society Suppression Symbol Typeface Vice
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This print titled "CENSORSHIP SEAL, 1873" takes us back to a significant era in American history. The image showcases the emblem of the New York Society for the Suppression of Vice, an organization established in 1873 with the aim of combating obscenity and immorality. In this powerful composition, we witness two contrasting scenes unfolding simultaneously. On the left side, a figure representing a purveyor of obscenity is forcefully being thrust into a prison cell by authorities. This symbolizes society's determination to apprehend those responsible for spreading immoral content. On the right side, we see another individual who represents a Christian layman taking action against infamous volumes deemed offensive or corrupting. With conviction and righteousness, he consigns these books to flames as they are engulfed in smoke. The photograph captures not only the struggle between authority and vice but also reflects societal attitudes towards censorship during that time period. It serves as a reminder of how different societies have grappled with issues surrounding freedom of expression throughout history. This thought-provoking image invites viewers to contemplate questions about morality, power dynamics, and societal norms that continue to be relevant today. It stands as both an artifact from America's past and an enduring symbol urging us to reflect on our own contemporary challenges regarding censorship and its implications for personal freedoms.
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