Greetings Card : The dummy homesteader; or, the winning of the West
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The dummy homesteader; or, the winning of the West
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Dummy Puck Winning Homesteader
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the captivating selection of Greeting Cards from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "The Dummy Homesteader; or, The Winning of the West" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. These vintage-inspired cards transport you back in time, capturing the spirit of the American West with its raw beauty and resilient pioneers. Perfect for expressing heartfelt sentiments, our high-quality cards are the ideal choice for special occasions or just to brighten someone's day. The detailed illustration showcases the determination and grit of the homesteader, surrounded by the vast, untamed wilderness, making for a truly unique and memorable greeting. Embrace the history and charm of the Old West with our exquisite range of Greeting Cards.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
The Dummy Homesteader; or, The Winning of the West" is a humorous and satirical cartoon published in Puck magazine on October 10, 1894. This iconic image, brought to us by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of the homesteading craze that swept across the United States during the late 19th century. At the center of the cartoon stands a "dummy" homesteader, dressed in ragged clothing and wearing a battered hat. He holds a shovel in one hand and a surveyor's compass in the other, as he gazes out at the seemingly endless prairie before him. Behind him, a group of more experienced homesteaders, dressed in fine clothing and carrying modern farming equipment, laugh at his expense. The title of the cartoon, "The Dummy Homesteader; or, The Winning of the West," plays on the double meaning of "winning." On one hand, it refers to the process of successfully claiming a homestead and becoming a landowner in the West. On the other hand, it suggests that the real winners of the West were those who had the knowledge, resources, and experience to make a success of their homesteads, leaving the "dummies" behind. The cartoon reflects the harsh realities of homesteading, which was not an easy endeavor. Homesteaders faced numerous challenges, including harsh weather, limited resources, and the need to clear and cultivate the land. Many failed, and the cartoonist's portrayal of the "dummy" homesteader is a reminder of the struggles and sacrifices that were required to tame the West. Despite the challenges, the Homestead Act of 1862, which offered free land to settlers who agreed to farm it for five years, attracted thousands of people to the West. The cartoon captures the spirit of adventure and determination that defined this period in American history, as well as the humor and irony that often accompanied it.
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