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Senator Thompson & German war relics, c1914-1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Senator Thompson & German war relics, c1914-1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing
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Senator Thompson & German war relics, c1914-1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Senator Thompson & German war relics, c1914-1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Senator Thompson & German war relics, c1914-1920. American politician and colleagues with war trophies posing by The Rescue sculpture, Capitol Building, Washington, D.C. The Rescue by Horatio Greenough, and another sculpture, The Discovery of America by Luigi Persico, flanked the entrance to the Capitol from the mid 19th century. They were eventually removed in 1958 as they were deemed offensive to Native Americans. The Rescue depicts a confrontation between a bellicose American Indian warrior and a pioneer family
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In this evocative photograph by Harris & Ewing, dated between 1914 and 1920, American Senator Thompson stands proudly before The Rescue sculpture at the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. The senator, dressed in formal attire, is surrounded by an assortment of German war relics, including helmets, casques, and gas masks. The Rescue, a sculpture by Horatio Greenough, depicts a confrontation between a bellicose American Indian warrior and a pioneer family, symbolizing the struggle between the old and new worlds. The photograph serves as a powerful metaphor for the aftermath of the First World War, with the senator's acquisition of German war trophies representing the spoils of victory. The image also highlights the significance of the Capitol Building as a symbol of American power and history, with The Rescue and another sculpture, The Discovery of America by Luigi Persico, flanking the entrance from the mid-19th century. Despite the historical and cultural importance of these sculptures, they were eventually removed in 1958 due to their perceived offensive depictions of Native Americans and Italian explorers. Today, this photograph stands as a testament to a bygone era, capturing the essence of a time when war trophies were symbols of national pride and victory. The photograph's composition is striking, with the senator's stern expression contrasting the intricate details of the German war relics and the grandeur of The Rescue sculpture. The use of black and white adds to the image's timeless quality, making it a valuable addition to any historical or art collection.
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