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A hint to phrenologists; or, September 20, 1878. Cartoon about phrenology and Wall Street panics, published in Harpers Weekly. Woodcut, 1865
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A hint to phrenologists; or, September 20, 1878. Cartoon about phrenology and Wall Street panics, published in Harpers Weekly. Woodcut, 1865
CARTOON: PHRENOLOGY, 1865.
A hint to phrenologists; or, September 20, 1878. Cartoon about phrenology and Wall Street panics, published in Harpers Weekly. Woodcut, 1865
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1865 1878 Doctor Financial Panic Phrenology Political Skull Wall Street
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A Hint to Phrenologists - Unveiling the Secrets of Wall Street Panics
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. This woodcut print from 1865, titled "A hint to phrenologists; or, September 20,1878" offers a whimsical yet thought-provoking commentary on the world of finance and human nature. Published in Harper's Weekly during a time of financial uncertainty, this cartoon cleverly combines elements of phrenology with the chaos of Wall Street panics. Intriguingly detailed, the illustration portrays a mid-19th-century interior where a distinguished doctor examines the skull of an anxious man. The doctor represents both science and authority as he delves into the mysteries hidden within our minds. Meanwhile, scattered around them are symbolic objects representing various aspects of late 19th-century politics and finance. The artist skillfully captures the essence of phrenology—a pseudoscience popular at that time—by suggesting that by studying bumps on one's head, character traits and future events can be revealed. This satirical take on phrenology serves as a metaphor for society's desperate search for answers during times of economic turmoil. Through this woodcut print, we are reminded that even in moments when panic grips Wall Street and uncertainty looms large over financial markets, it is essential to question prevailing beliefs and seek deeper understanding beyond surface appearances. As viewers engage with this timeless artwork from Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection, they are invited to reflect upon how perception shapes reality
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